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Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Looking to travel from Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £3.90, with average prices for this route around £18.70.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
17:16 1h 59m, No direct Pontarddulais	19:15 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
17:16 2h 31m, No direct Pontarddulais	19:47 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
22:09 3h 10m, No direct Pontarddulais	01:19 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

07:30

Last train

22:09

Departure station

Pontarddulais

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

1h 46m

Distance

66 km

Price

£3.90*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontarddulais 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 Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central 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 Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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!

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

Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central train route details