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Aberdare to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Aberdare to Cardiff Central, starting from NZD 12.39 and averaging NZD 12.88. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 1m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:52 Aberdare	06:56 Cardiff Central	1h 4m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:22 Aberdare	07:26 Cardiff Central	1h 4m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:52 Aberdare	07:56 Cardiff Central	1h 4m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:22 Aberdare	08:26 Cardiff Central	1h 4m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:52 Aberdare	08:56 Cardiff Central	1h 4m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:22 Aberdare	09:26 Paris	1h 4m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Aberdare to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

05:52

Last train

22:52

Departure station

Aberdare

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

1h 1m

Distance

33 km

Price

NZD 12.39*

Train Operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Aberdare to Cardiff Central

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 Aberdare to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 Aberdare 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Aberdare to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Aberdare to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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