The cheapest and fastest trains from Cathays (CYS) to Trefforest Estate (TRE)
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cathays (CYS) to Trefforest Estate (TRE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cathays (CYS) to Trefforest Estate (TRE) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 5 trains that leave Cathays (CYS) for Trefforest Estate (TRE) every day 5 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 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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
Cathays (CYS) to Trefforest Estate (TRE) train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:30 Cathays (CYS) | 0h16 | 05:46 Trefforest Estate (TRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:02 Cathays (CYS) | 0h16 | 06:18 Trefforest Estate (TRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:15 Cathays (CYS) | 0h15 | 06:30 Trefforest Estate (TRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:32 Cathays (CYS) | 0h16 | 06:48 Trefforest Estate (TRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:38 Cathays (CYS) | 0h15 | 06:53 Trefforest Estate (TRE) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cathays (CYS) to Trefforest Estate (TRE)
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 22:07 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cathays (CYS) to Trefforest Estate (TRE) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cathays (CYS) and Trefforest Estate (TRE) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cathays (CYS) to Trefforest Estate (TRE) train

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Important Stations and Airports in Cathays (CYS) and Trefforest Estate (TRE)
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- 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. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Travelodge
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Access to the platforms is via stairs with 29 steps.
- 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: Wait at the bus stops on the Main Avenue adjacent to The Pottery pub
