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Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay train prices and times

Planning a journey from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 5.60, with average prices for this route around NZD 5.60. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:18 1h 18m, No direct Port Talbot Parkway	06:36 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
05:48 1h 6m, No direct Port Talbot Parkway	06:54 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
06:02 1h 4m, No direct Port Talbot Parkway	07:06 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
06:16 1h 8m, No direct Port Talbot Parkway	07:24 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
06:45 1h 9m, No direct Port Talbot Parkway	07:54 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
07:07 59m, No direct Port Talbot Parkway	08:06 Paris	Find Tickets

Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay train route details

First train

05:18

Last train

23:58

Departure station

Port Talbot

Arrival station

Cardiff Bay

Journey time

54m

Distance

45 km

Price

NZD 5.60*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

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

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

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay train ticket types

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Trains from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay from NZD 5.60

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Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay train prices and times

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