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5:300h40Cardiff6:10Abercynon£71One-way0 changes- 6:000h39Cardiff6:39Abercynon£71One-way0 changes
- 6:120h40Cardiff6:52Abercynon£71One-way0 changes
- 6:300h39Cardiff7:09Abercynon£71One-way0 changes
- 6:420h40Cardiff7:22Abercynon£71One-way0 changes
- 20:310h38Cardiff21:09Abercynon£71One-way0 changes
- 6:000h39Cardiff6:39Abercynon£71One-way0 changes
- 6:300h39Cardiff7:09Abercynon£71One-way0 changes
- 5:300h40Cardiff6:10Abercynon£71One-way0 changes
- 6:120h40Cardiff6:52Abercynon£71One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Abercynon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Abercynon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 21 km
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1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Abercynon train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Abercynon trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 20:31 Cardiff | 0h38 | 21:09 Abercynon | 0 changesdirect | |
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| 5:30 Cardiff | 0h40 | 6:10 Abercynon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:00 Cardiff | 0h39 | 6:39 Abercynon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:12 Cardiff | 0h40 | 6:52 Abercynon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:30 Cardiff | 0h39 | 7:09 Abercynon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:42 Cardiff | 0h40 | 7:22 Abercynon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Abercynon
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Trains from Cardiff to Abercynon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 40m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 23:26 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Abercynon trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Abercynon 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: Cardiff to Abercynon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Abercynon 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 Abercynon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Abercynon
Most Cardiff to Abercynon trains use the Cardiff Central to Abercynon station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Abercynon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Waun-gron Park from Cardiff city centre
Waun-gron Park is 3 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Waun-gron Park train station facilities and services
Waun-gron Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Waun-gron Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Waun-gron Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Waun-gron Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Waun-gron Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Radyr) and Platform 2 (to Cardiff) from Waungron Road via ramps with handrails and a steep gradient. Access between the platforms is via the ramps and beneath the railway bridge on Waungron Road, 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.
Which Abercynon station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Abercynon from Abercynon city centre
Abercynon train station facilities and services
Abercynon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Abercynon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Abercynon: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Abercynon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Both platforms accessed by short sections of ramp with handrails, 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) 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.
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