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The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£6

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£6

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

53 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

53 m

Trains on 18 Sept

Distance

31 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 60 trains from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS), including 29 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .

The slowest trains will take 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

G38744
10:521h15
Aberdare station (ABA)
12:07Cathays (CYS)
£61One-way
0 changes
G38744 · G39161
10:520h53
Aberdare station (ABA)
11:45Cathays (CYS)
£61One-way
1 change
G38742 · G39152
10:220h53
Aberdare station (ABA)
11:15Cathays (CYS)
£61One-way
1 change
G38740
9:521h15
Aberdare station (ABA)
11:07Cathays (CYS)
£61One-way
0 changes
G38740 · G39142
9:520h53
Aberdare station (ABA)
10:45Cathays (CYS)
£61One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a coach costs an average of £6.

Distance: 31 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Driving
£6 Average Price Cheapest	£6 Average Price	£7 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	43m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) is a train with an average price of £6.

This is compared to other travel options from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS):

A train is £0.01 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) costing on average £6.

The fastest way to travel from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) is by train with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Cathays (CYS) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aberdare station (ABA) and Cathays (CYS) including taking a train and coach.

Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.43. The journey takes 55m versus 43m 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.

Direct services run with Transport for Wales.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) train times

The table below shows live departures for Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
G38724	On time 5:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	7:07 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38724 · G39049	On time 5:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	6:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38726	On time 6:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	7:37 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38726 · G39061	On time 6:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	7:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38728	On time 6:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	8:07 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38728 · G39073	On time 6:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	7:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38730	7:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	8:37 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38730 · G39083	On time 7:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	8:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38732	7:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	9:07 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38732 · G39095	On time 7:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	8:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38734	8:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	9:37 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38734 · G39105	On time 8:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	9:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38736	8:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	10:07 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38736 · G39122	On time 8:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	9:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38738	On time 9:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	10:37 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38738 · G39133	On time 9:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	10:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38740	On time 9:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	11:07 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38740 · G39142	On time 9:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	10:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38742	On time 10:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	11:37 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38742 · G39152	On time 10:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	11:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38744	On time 10:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	12:07 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38744 · G39161	On time 10:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	11:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38746	On time 11:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	12:37 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38746 · G39169	On time 11:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	12:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38748	On time 11:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	13:07 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38748 · G39178	On time 11:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	12:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38750	On time 12:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	13:37 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38750 · G39190	On time 12:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	13:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38752	On time 12:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	14:07 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38752 · G39202	On time 12:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	13:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38754	On time 13:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	14:37 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38754 · G39214	On time 13:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	14:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38756	On time 13:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	15:07 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38756 · G39227	On time 13:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	14:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38758	On time 14:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	15:37 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38758 · G39237	On time 14:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	15:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38760	On time 14:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	16:07 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38760 · G39249	On time 14:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	15:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38762	On time 15:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	16:37 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38762 · G39259	On time 15:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	16:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38764	On time 15:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	17:07 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38764 · G39269	On time 15:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	16:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38766	On time 16:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	17:37 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38766 · G39281	On time 16:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	17:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38768	On time 16:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	18:07 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38768 · G39294	On time 16:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	17:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38770	On time 17:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	18:37 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38770 · G39304	On time 17:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	18:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38772	On time 17:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	19:07 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38772 · G39310	On time 17:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	18:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38774	18:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h15	19:37 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38774 · G39050	On time 18:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	19:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38778	20:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h14	21:36 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38778 · G39096	On time 20:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	21:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
Y63381 · G39107	On time 20:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	21:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
G38780	On time 21:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	1h10	22:32 Cathays (CYS)	0 changesdirect
G38780 · G39123	On time 21:22 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	22:15 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
Y63405 · G39134	On time 21:52 Aberdare station (ABA)	0h53	22:45 Cathays (CYS)	1 change
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS)

United Kingdom

Trains from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:22, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 53m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

31 km

Average train duration

55m

Cheapest ticket price

£6

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

53m

First train

6:22

Last train

21:52

Cheapest Month

Nov

Cheapest Day

Mon

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Wed

Least Busy Day

Wed

Price information

Train companies: Transport for Wales from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Aberdare station (ABA) and Cathays (CYS) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transport for Wales

About

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Transport for Wales Duration

53m

Cheapest Transport for Wales Price

£6

Luggage included

2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policy depends on ticket type

Refund

Full refund if service canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes

Seat reservation

Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free

Quiet zone

FAQs: Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cathays (CYS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.

The train journey from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) covers a distance of 31 km and takes approximately 53m. Trains run 6 per day.

The train distance from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) is 31 km.

The first train from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) leaves at 6:22.

The last train from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) departs at 21:52.

Trains from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) run approximately 6 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS).

Yes, there is a direct train between Aberdare station (ABA) and Cathays (CYS). The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales.

To get from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

There is no night train service from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS).

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) is by train, costing approximately £6.

Booking trains from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

Yes, the train journey from Aberdare to Cathays offers scenic views, as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the South Wales Valleys, featuring rolling hills and lush greenery.

Yes, a day trip from Aberdare to Cathays is feasible with a journey time of 53m and a frequency of 7 per day for trains over a distance of 31 km.

Yes, you can take the train from Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Aberdare station (ABA) and Cathays (CYS)

Most Aberdare station (ABA) to Cathays (CYS) trains use the Aberdare to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Aberdare station (ABA) and Cathays (CYS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Aberdare

Arrival train stations in Cardiff

AberdareAberdare CF44 8EL, UK+44 333 321 1202 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Aberdare from Aberdare city centre

Bus89, 8, 11, 172, 9 · 11m · £2 · every ~10 min

Aberdare train station facilities and services

Aberdare has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and WC.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Aberdare.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Aberdare. ATMs are available at Aberdare.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Aberdare: WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdare.

More about Aberdare

CathaysCathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre

TrainCardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Treherbert, Cardiff Central - Pontypridd, Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Radyr, Radyr - Radyr · 6m · £0.90 · every ~8 min

BusC1 · 16m · every ~8 min

Cathays train station facilities and services

Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.