The cheapest and fastest trains from Caerphilly to Cwmbran
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caerphilly to Cwmbran is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caerphilly to Cwmbran will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Caerphilly 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 16 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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 Caerphilly to Cwmbran
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Caerphilly to Cwmbran among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 16 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£13 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Caerphilly to Cwmbran train times
The table below shows live departures for Caerphilly to Cwmbran trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:18 Caerphilly | 0h58 | 09:16 Cwmbran | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Caerphilly to Cwmbran
Trains from Caerphilly to Cwmbran run on average 18 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 45m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 05:59 |
Last train 22:29 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Caerphilly to Cwmbran trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Caerphilly and Cwmbran from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Caerphilly to Cwmbran train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caerphilly 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Caerphilly and Cwmbran
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Wheelchair users, mobility scooter users and customers with reduced mobility may find the steep ramps leading from Nantgarw Road to both platforms difficult to negotiate.
- 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 takes 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 the bus stops under the bridge on Nantgarw Road
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:30 - 12:50 Sunday Closed
- Type of shops available: Convenience store
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Platform 1 (for Cardiff) has level access. Platform 2 (for Rhymney) is accessible only by a footbridge or by a steep ramp.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Low level/text public phones
- 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.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near the station entrance
- 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 station adjacent to taxi rank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access is available to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a long moderately steep ramp. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Rhymney) from the car park on Llwyn-On Street. Both platforms are connected via a subway with a moderately steep footpath.
- 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: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the entrance to the station car park
- 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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