The cheapest and fastest trains from Bridgend to Cwmbran
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgend to Cwmbran is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgend to Cwmbran will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bridgend for Cwmbran 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 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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 Bridgend to Cwmbran
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Cwmbran among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 42 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£21 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bridgend to Cwmbran train times
The table below shows live departures for Bridgend to Cwmbran trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:54 Bridgend | 0h52 | 14:46 Cwmbran | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
![]() | 03:28 Bridgend | 1h20 | 04:48 Cwmbran | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgend to Cwmbran
Trains from Bridgend to Cwmbran run on average 5 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:46, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 49m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 00:46 |
Last train 22:43 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bridgend to Cwmbran trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bridgend and Cwmbran from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Bridgend to Cwmbran train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgend to Cwmbran 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 Cwmbran, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bridgend and Cwmbran
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts.
- 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) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station entrance
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 18:00 Saturday 08:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Cwmbran Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. Platform 1 (to Cardiff) is accessible via a ramped path with handrails from Edlogan Way. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Hereford) is accessible from the station car park. A footbridge connects the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Available from the taxi rank.
- 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.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Limited cycle stands are available in the car park, adjacent to the station building.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station car park, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
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