Going from Pontypridd to Cardiff by train

About to set off from Pontypridd to Cardiff by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Pontypridd and Cardiff

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is £4.70, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train timetable for travel between Pontypridd and Cardiff

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Pontypridd to Cardiff by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:18

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 23:08

  • First daily departure (weekend): 05:18

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:08

  • Average number of daily trains: 74 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 11 minutes

How long does the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 24 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 19 kilometres.

Booking Pontypridd to Cardiff trains in advance

Booking your Pontypridd to Cardiff tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.

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Learn even more about travelling from Pontypridd to Cardiff by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Cardiff.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Pontypridd to Cardiff by train?

The train route from Pontypridd to Cardiff covers 19 kilometres.

How much does a train ticket from Pontypridd to Cardiff cost?

The cheapest ticket on this route is £4.70. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Pontypridd to Cardiff?

You can book your tickets 5 months in advance for this route.

How long does it take to get from Pontypridd to Cardiff?

The fastest jouney takes 24 minutes.