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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Pontypridd
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Pontypridd is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Pontypridd will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cardiff for Pontypridd every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Pontypridd
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Pontypridd among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 18 km
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£6 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Pontypridd train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Pontypridd trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:26 Cardiff | 0h32 | 08:58 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
| 07:00 Cardiff | 0h32 | 07:32 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:15 Cardiff | 0h31 | 07:46 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Pontypridd
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Trains from Cardiff to Pontypridd run on average 8 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 31m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Pontypridd trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Pontypridd from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Pontypridd train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Pontypridd by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pontypridd, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Pontypridd
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available from Waun y Groes Avenue.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Available from Caerphilly Road (main road next to station)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on A469 Caerphilly Road
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. The platform has level access from Bute Street and Lloyd George Avenue.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop outside the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop close to the station entrance on Bute Street
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Travelodge
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
ParkingDiningAccessibility
WCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 14:15 Saturday 08:30 - 16:45 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access from Broadway to Platform 1 and 2 (to Cardiff) via a lift. Step free access to Platform 3 (to Treherbert, Merthyr and Aberdare) via a moderately steep ramp from High Street. Access between Platforms 1, 2 and 3 is via a footbridge with lifts.
- Accessible public telephones: On platform 1
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the main entrance adjacent to the taxi rank
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