Bridgend to Port Talbot train with Transport for Wales

Thu 04 Dec
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bridgend to Port Talbot

Showing times and prices for 05 Dec

Cheapest price

£3

Average price

£5

Fastest journey

11 m

Average duration

11 m

Trains per day

48

Distance

17 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgend to Port Talbot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bridgend to Port Talbot will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.

Fast trains

Of the 48 trains that leave Bridgend for Port Talbot every day 48 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .

The slowest trains will take 11 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.

Transport for WalesG56322
13:180h14
Bridgend station (BGN)
13:32Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)
£31One-way
0 changes
Transport for WalesG56382
20:190h14
Bridgend station (BGN)
20:33Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)
£31One-way
0 changes
Transport for WalesG55315
07:580h11
Bridgend station (BGN)
08:09Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)
£31One-way
0 changes
Transport for WalesG56310
11:210h14
Bridgend station (BGN)
11:35Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)
£31One-way
0 changes
Transport for WalesG55979
21:170h14
Bridgend station (BGN)
21:31Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)
£31One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bridgend to Port Talbot

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Port Talbot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £6.

Distance: 17 km

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Coach

£3

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Cheapest

£6

Average Price

44m

Average total duration

Fastest

14m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 4m

Average total duration

34m

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Live departures

Bridgend to Port Talbot train times

The table below shows live departures for Bridgend to Port Talbot trains for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:22
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_westernP08262
Delayed
00:13 00:13Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
00:24 00:24Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08265
Delayed
01:31 01:31Bridgend station (BGN)
0h20
01:51 01:51Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG56310
Delayed
11:24 11:21Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
11:37 11:37Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08239
On time
12:02 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
12:13 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08241
On time
12:59 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
13:10 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55962
On time
13:06 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
13:17 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG56322
On time
13:18 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
13:32 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08243
On time
13:57 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
14:08 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08245
On time
14:59 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
15:10 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55966
On time
15:06 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
15:17 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG56332
On time
15:18 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
15:32 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08247
On time
15:57 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
16:08 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG56342
On time
16:11 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h16
16:27 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55332
On time
16:26 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h12
16:38 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08249
On time
16:59 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
17:10 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55970
On time
17:06 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
17:17 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG56352
On time
17:18 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
17:32 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08251
On time
18:00 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
18:11 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55336
On time
18:06 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h13
18:19 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG56361
On time
18:18 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
18:32 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08252
On time
18:29 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
18:40 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08253
On time
18:59 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
19:10 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55974
On time
19:06 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
19:17 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG56371
On time
19:18 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
19:32 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08254
On time
19:43 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
19:54 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08255
On time
19:59 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h12
20:11 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG56383
On time
20:19 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
20:33 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08256
On time
20:45 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
20:56 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08257
On time
21:01 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
21:12 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55978
On time
21:17 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
21:31 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08258
On time
21:24 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h15
21:39 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08259
On time
22:04 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
22:15 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55347
On time
22:46 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
23:00 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08260
On time
23:09 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
23:20 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG56394
On time
23:48 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h15
00:03 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP0826200:13 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
00:24 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)0 changesdirect
great_westernP0826501:31 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h20
01:51 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55312
On time
06:08 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
06:22 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08232
On time
06:59 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
07:10 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55342
On time
07:10 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
07:24 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55315
On time
07:58 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
08:09 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG56290
On time
08:14 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
08:28 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08268
On time
08:28 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
08:39 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08233
On time
09:02 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
09:13 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55954
On time
09:07 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h12
09:19 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG56301
On time
09:18 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
09:32 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08235
On time
09:58 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
10:09 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55318
On time
10:26 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h12
10:38 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
great_westernP08237
On time
10:59 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
11:10 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55958
On time
11:09 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h11
11:20 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG56310
On time
11:21 Bridgend station (BGN)
0h14
11:35 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)		0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bridgend to Port Talbot

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Trains from Bridgend to Port Talbot run on average 34 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 12m.

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
17 km
Average train duration
14m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
34
Direct trains
34
Fastest train
12m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:58
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

Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bridgend to Port Talbot trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bridgend and Port Talbot from £3. 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 Duration
12m
Cheapest Price
£3
Transport for Wales frequency
14 a day
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

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
£7
Great Western Rail frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Great Western Rail

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10m
Cheapest Price
£16
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
22 a day

FAQs: Bridgend to Port Talbot train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgend to Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Port Talbot is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, enjoy its beaches, and experience local culture.
Yes, a day trip from Bridgend to Port Talbot is feasible. The journey takes 12m and covers 17 km. There are 34 trains available per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Bridgend to Port Talbot can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £3.
The train journey from Bridgend to Port Talbot offers a fairly scenic view, primarily featuring glimpses of the South Wales landscape, including green fields and occasional views of the coastline as the train travels through the Welsh countryside.
The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Port Talbot is by train, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Bridgend to Port Talbot in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bridgend to Port Talbot covers a distance of 17 km and takes approximately 12m. Trains run 34 per day.
The train station in Bridgend that goes to Port Talbot is Bridgend station (BGN), and it arrives at Port Talbot Parkway (PTA).
The first train from Bridgend to Port Talbot leaves at 0:01.
The train distance from Bridgend to Port Talbot is 17 km.
Trains from Bridgend to Port Talbot run approximately 34 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bridgend to Port Talbot.
Yes, you can take the train from Bridgend to Port Talbot.
To get from Bridgend to Port Talbot, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Bridgend to Port Talbot departs at 23:58.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bridgend and Port Talbot. The service operates 34 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales.
There is no night train service from Bridgend to Port Talbot.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bridgend and Port Talbot

Bridgend
Port Talbot
The major train station for departures in Bridgend is Bridgend. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bridgend for your trip from Bridgend to Port Talbot.
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Amenities at train station
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information
address
Address
Bridgend station, Station Hill, Bridgend, Bridgend, CF31 1BN
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
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  • 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
Public transport options for Bridgend
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station entrance
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Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
address
Address
Wildmill station, Wildmill Lane, Wildmill, Bridgend, CF31 1RW
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to the platform via a footpath with moderate gradient from Litchard Terrace.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Wildmill
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on Wildmill Lane adjacent to Litchard Mission Hall

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