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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bargoed to Pontypridd
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bargoed to Pontypridd is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bargoed to Pontypridd will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bargoed for Pontypridd every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bargoed to Pontypridd
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bargoed to Pontypridd among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 12 km
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1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bargoed to Pontypridd train times
The table below shows live departures for Bargoed to Pontypridd trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 05:11 Bargoed | 1h16 | 06:27 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bargoed to Pontypridd
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bargoed to Pontypridd run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 22:06 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Bargoed to Pontypridd trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Bargoed and Pontypridd from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bargoed to Pontypridd train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bargoed to Pontypridd 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 Pontypridd, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bargoed and Pontypridd
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Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. New lifts are being installed at Bargoed. The work starts on 19 April 2021 for a period of approximately 13 weeks. There will be no lifts available at Bargoed until the work is completed. Platform 1 (to Rhymney) is accessible from St Gwladys Way via a footpath and stairs (or lift until 18 April). Platform 2 (to Cardiff) is accessible from the station car park on Station Road. A footbridge (with lifts until 18 April) connects both platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use bus stops outside station on A469
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WCLost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 14:15 Saturday 08:30 - 16:45 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access from Broadway to Platform 1 and 2 (to Cardiff) via a lift. Step free access to Platform 3 (to Treherbert, Merthyr and Aberdare) via a moderately steep ramp from High Street. Access between Platforms 1, 2 and 3 is via a footbridge with lifts.
- Accessible public telephones: On platform 1
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the main entrance adjacent to the taxi rank
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