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Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Pontypridd
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Pontypridd among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, while a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 11 miles (18 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around $9 compared to roughly $6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$2. The journey takes 32m versus 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Cardiff to Pontypridd by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Cardiff to Pontypridd is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- W44414
10:26 AM 0h31 Cardiff Central (CDF) 10:57 AM Pontypridd station (PPD) $9 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
- W44414
10:26 AM 0h31 Cardiff Central (CDF) 10:57 AM Pontypridd station (PPD) $9 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
- W44414
10:26 AM 0h31 Cardiff Central (CDF) 10:57 AM Pontypridd station (PPD) $9 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
- Y62261
10:56 AM 0h31 Cardiff Central (CDF) 11:27 AM Pontypridd station (PPD) $9 1 One-way 0 transfers - W44432
11:26 AM 0h31 Cardiff Central (CDF) 11:57 AM Pontypridd station (PPD) $9 1 One-way 0 transfers - W44484
12:26 PM 0h31 Cardiff Central (CDF) 12:57 PM Pontypridd station (PPD) $9 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cardiff and Pontypridd as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Cardiff Central (CDF) and arrive in Pontypridd station (PPD).
- Travel with Transport for Wales to go to Pontypridd by train.
- 6 direct trains per day with Transport for Wales.
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