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Pontypridd to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Pontypridd to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as CAD 10.22, with average prices for this route around CAD 10.63. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, Jul 4
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Mon, Jul 7
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Thu, Jul 10
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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:23 Trefforest Estate	05:47 Cardiff Central	24m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:54 Trefforest Estate	06:16 Cardiff Central	22m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:10 Trefforest Estate	06:36 Cardiff Central	26m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:25 Trefforest Estate	06:56 Cardiff Central	31m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:31 Trefforest Estate	06:58 Cardiff Central	27m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:44 Trefforest Estate	07:12 Paris	28m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Pontypridd to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

05:23

Last train

23:31

Departure station

Pontypridd

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

22m

Distance

18 km

Price

CAD 10.22*

Train operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontypridd to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Pontypridd to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, 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 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 Pontypridd to Cardiff Central, 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%

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!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Pontypridd to Cardiff Central Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Pontypridd to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

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