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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Rhymney
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
56 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
56 m
Trains on 07 Sept
1
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Rhymney is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Rhymney will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 1 trains from Cardiff to Rhymney, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 56 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.
9:110h56Cardiff10:07Rhymney£61One-way0 changes
- 9:110h56Cardiff10:07Rhymney£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Rhymney
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Rhymney among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 32 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Rhymney:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Cardiff to Rhymney costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Rhymney take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 49m.
Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.30. The journey takes 1h 2m versus 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cardiff to Rhymney train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Rhymney trains for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 15:56 Cardiff | 0h59 | 16:55 Rhymney | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:56 Cardiff | 0h59 | 17:55 Rhymney | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:56 Cardiff | 0h59 | 18:55 Rhymney | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:56 Cardiff | 0h59 | 19:55 Rhymney | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:56 Cardiff | 0h59 | 20:55 Rhymney | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:55 Cardiff | 1h07 | 22:02 Rhymney | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:56 Cardiff | 1h01 | 22:57 Rhymney | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 7 September | |||||
| 9:11 Cardiff | 0h56 | 10:07 Rhymney | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Rhymney
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Rhymney run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 22:39. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 51m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 22:39 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Rhymney trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Rhymney from £12. 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 Rhymney train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Rhymney 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 Rhymney, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Rhymney
Most Cardiff to Rhymney trains use the Cardiff Central to Rhymney station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Rhymney 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 Heath High Level from Cardiff city centre
Heath High Level is 4 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Heath High Level train station facilities and services
Heath High Level 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 Heath High Level.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heath High Level: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Heath High Level: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heath High Level: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. The station is not suitable for wheelchair or powered mobility scooter users. Platform 1 (to Rhymney) has a long, steep access ramp. Platform 2 (to Cardiff) is only accessible via 41 steps. Customers travelling from the Rhymney Valley are advised to alight at Cardiff Queen Street and return to Heath Low Level, 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 Rhymney station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Rhymney from Rhymney city centre
Rhymney train station facilities and services
Rhymney has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rhymney: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rhymney: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform, 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 machines take 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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