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Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Looking to travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester Piccadilly? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £19.60, with average prices for this route around £19.60.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
18:39 5h 27m, No direct Merthyr Tydfil	00:06 +1 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
20:09 5h 17m, No direct Merthyr Tydfil	01:26 +1 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
21:09 9h 31m, No direct Merthyr Tydfil	06:40 +1 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
22:37 9h 32m, No direct Merthyr Tydfil	08:09 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

First train

06:09

Last train

22:37

Departure station

Merthyr Tydfil

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

4h 34m

Distance

208 km

Price

£19.60*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester Piccadilly

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester Piccadilly can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester Piccadilly, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester Piccadilly with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester Piccadilly from £19.60

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Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Merthyr Tydfil to Manchester Piccadilly train route details