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Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypridd train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypridd, starting from AU$11.71 and averaging AU$11.71. The entire journey takes no more than 18m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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15:30 19m, Direct Cardiff Queen Street	15:49 Trefforest Estate	Find Tickets
15:34 20m, Direct Cardiff Queen Street	15:54 Trefforest Estate	Find Tickets
15:37 31m, Direct Cardiff Queen Street	16:08 Trefforest Estate	Find Tickets
15:42 19m, Direct Cardiff Queen Street	16:01 Trefforest Estate	Find Tickets
16:00 19m, Direct Cardiff Queen Street	16:19 Trefforest Estate	Find Tickets
16:04 20m, Direct Cardiff Queen Street	16:24 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypridd train route details

First train

05:34

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Cardiff Queen Street

Arrival station

Pontypridd

Journey time

18m

Distance

18 km

Price

AU$11.71*

Train Operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypridd

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypridd. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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 Cardiff Queen Street 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 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 Queen Street to Pontypridd 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 Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypridd more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypridd train ticket types

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

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