The cheapest and fastest trains from Caerphilly to Pontyclun
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caerphilly to Pontyclun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caerphilly to Pontyclun 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 Caerphilly for Pontyclun 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 13 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 45 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.


Live departures
Caerphilly to Pontyclun train times
The table below shows live departures for Caerphilly to Pontyclun 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:18 Caerphilly | 0h45 | 08:03 Pontyclun | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Caerphilly to Pontyclun
Trains from Caerphilly to Pontyclun run on average 15 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 46m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 06:09 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Caerphilly to Pontyclun trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Caerphilly and Pontyclun 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: Caerphilly to Pontyclun train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caerphilly to Pontyclun 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 Pontyclun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Caerphilly and Pontyclun
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from the station car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Swansea) from Station Terrace. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps or a long detour via Station Terrace and Station Approach.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are in Cowbridge Road and Llantrisant Road.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside The Windsor pub adjacent to the station car park
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