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Cardiff Bay to Port Talbot train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Bay to Port Talbot, starting from SAR 11.79 and averaging SAR 71.75. The entire journey takes no more than 54m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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22:00 1h 10m, No direct Cardiff Bay	23:10 Port Talbot Parkway	Find Tickets
22:30 1h 35m, No direct Cardiff Bay	00:05 +1 Port Talbot Parkway	Find Tickets
23:00 1h 51m, No direct Cardiff Bay	00:51 +1 Port Talbot Parkway	Find Tickets
23:59 2h 7m, No direct Cardiff Bay	02:06 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff Bay to Port Talbot train route details

First train

07:15

Last train

23:59

Departure station

Cardiff Bay

Arrival station

Port Talbot

Journey time

54m

Distance

45 km

Price

SAR 11.79*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Bay to Port Talbot

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 Cardiff Bay to Port Talbot can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Bay to Port Talbot 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 Bay to Port Talbot, 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 Cardiff Bay to Port Talbot 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Cardiff Bay to Port Talbot more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Bay to Port Talbot 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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Cardiff Bay to Port Talbot train prices and times

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