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Cardiff to Pontypridd Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to Pontypridd, starting from US$7.25 and averaging US$7.54. The entire journey takes no more than 15m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:38 Cathays	05:55 Trefforest Estate	17m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:07 Cathays	06:24 Trefforest Estate	17m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:12 Cardiff Central	06:38 Trefforest Estate	26m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:15 Cathays	06:31 Trefforest Estate	16m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:33 Cathays	06:49 Trefforest Estate	16m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:37 Cathays	06:54 Paris	17m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff to Pontypridd Train Route Details

First train

05:38

Last train

23:38

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Pontypridd

Journey time

15m

Distance

18 km

Price

US$7.25*

Train operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Pontypridd

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff to Pontypridd during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Pontypridd for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff to Pontypridd, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Pontypridd ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Cardiff to Pontypridd more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Pontypridd Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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