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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Trefforest
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £6
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £6
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 29 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 29 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 1
- Distance
- 16 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Trefforest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Trefforest will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Fast trains
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from Cardiff to Trefforest, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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.
8:00 0h29 Cardiff 8:29 Trefforest £6 1 One-way 0 changes
8:00 0h29 Cardiff 8:29 Trefforest £6 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Trefforest
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Trains from Cardiff to Trefforest run on average 11 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 24m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Cardiff to Trefforest trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cardiff to Trefforest.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Trefforest can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Cardiff to Trefforest covers a distance of 16 km and takes approximately 24m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Cardiff to Trefforest is 16 km.
The first train from Cardiff to Trefforest leaves at 0:17.
The last train from Cardiff to Trefforest departs at 23:58.
Trains from Cardiff to Trefforest run approximately 11 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cardiff and Trefforest. The service operates 9 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales.
Live departures
Cardiff to Trefforest train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Trefforest trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:43 Cardiff | 0h29 | 21:12 Trefforest | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
| 8:00 Cardiff | 0h29 | 8:29 Trefforest | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
24m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£6
Transport for Wales frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cardiff and Trefforest
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Trefforest.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Trefforest.
Complete guide to Trefforest
Things to do in Trefforest
Discover the best of Trefforest — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trefforest trip today.
- Recommended
Pontypridd Museum
Local history museum in a former mansion, covering Pontypridd and the valleys through exhibits, objects and community stories.
- Recommended
Cyfarthfa Castle Museum and Art Gallery
Museum and gallery in Merthyr Tydfil with art, social history and changing exhibitions that give wider context to the industrial valleys.
- Recommended
Ynysangharad War Memorial Park
Riverside park in Pontypridd with gardens, play areas, sports facilities and easy access to heritage sites. A pleasant everyday local favourite.
- Recommended
Taff Trail
Waterside green corridor ideal for walking and cycling, linking Trefforest and Pontypridd with river views and open space.
- Recommended
Parc Penallta
Large country park near Trefforest with lakes, woodland and waymarked paths. It is a peaceful escape for walking and nature.
- Vegetarian
Welsh Cakes
Welsh cakes are small griddled sweet cakes with currants and spice, long associated with Welsh home baking and often served warm with sugar or butter.
- Gluten-free
Cawl
Cawl is a traditional Welsh soup or stew, usually made with lamb or beef, leeks, potatoes and root vegetables; it is a classic comfort dish across South Wales.
- Vegetarian
Glamorgan Sausages
Glamorgan sausages are a classic Welsh meat-free sausage made with Caerphilly cheese, leeks and breadcrumbs, strongly linked to south-east Wales.
The Pottery
Popular casual spot in Trefforest for stone-baked pizzas and pasta, with a lively student-friendly atmosphere.
Alfred's Bar & Restaurant
Established Indian restaurant in nearby Pontypridd, known for reliable curries and a comfortable, traditional dining room.
The Otley
Well-known pub and restaurant near Trefforest serving classic British meals, grills and drinks in a relaxed setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Student-friendly dining and local transport help, but accommodation and eating out cost more than in cheaper European university towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Restaurants often add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares can be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Transport for Wales
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £4.90
- Day pass
- £7.00
To the city centre
Cardiff Central -> Cardiff Central
- Distance
- 0 km
- Travel time
- 0 min
- Trefforest station is in the TfW South Wales pay as you go area; tap in and out with contactless where available and daily capping applies.
- Trefforest is in a penalty fare zone, but TfW says if ticket facilities are unavailable when you start, you are not liable for a penalty fare.
Plan your visit to Trefforest
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Trefforest.
The train journey from Cardiff to Trefforest offers views of the South Wales landscape, including glimpses of the River Taff, rolling hills, and occasional woodland areas, providing a pleasant if not overwhelmingly scenic experience.
FAQs: Cardiff to Trefforest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Trefforest 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 Trefforest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Trefforest in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Trefforest.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Trefforest
Most Cardiff to Trefforest trains use the Cardiff Central to Trefforest station pair, with some services arriving at Trefforest Estate. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Trefforest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Cardiff
Arrival train stations in Trefforest
Cardiff CentralCentral Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Bus24, 25, 27, 86, 62, 30, 35, 21, 136, 7, 23, 63, 64 · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
C1 · 5m · every ~8 min
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.
Waun-gron ParkWaun-Gron Park station, Waungron Road, Waungron Park, Cardiff, CF5 2BN+44 333 321 1202
City-centre transport
Getting to Waun-gron Park from Cardiff city centre
Waun-gron Park is 3 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainCardiff Central - Aberdare, Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare, Cardiff Central - Radyr, Radyr - Radyr · 6m · £1 · every ~4 min
Bus61, 32, 101, 102 · 15m · £4 · every ~14 min
61, 32, 101, 102 · 18m · £4 · every ~14 min
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.
Cardiff Queen StreetCardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
City-centre transport
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Bus52, 57, 58 · 13m · £2 · every ~25 min
C1 · 21m · every ~8 min
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.
Which Trefforest station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Trains from Cardiff to Trefforest most often arrive at Trefforest. Some services arrive at Trefforest Estate, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Trefforest arrival station.
TrefforestTrefforest station, Park Street, Trefforest, Rhondda Cynon Taf, CF37 1SL+44 3333211202
City-centre transport
Getting to Trefforest from Trefforest city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesWait at the station entrance opposite to the Pink Shop
Trefforest train station facilities and services
Trefforest has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Trefforest.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Trefforest. 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 Trefforest: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Trefforest: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Trefforest: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) however the ramp from Park Street has a steep gradient. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Pontypridd) from the car park. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: end of car park past roundabout 100yds, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the Cardiff bound platform via Park Street entrance and accessed via ramp steeper than 1:12, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Trefforest EstateTrefforest Estate station, Willowford Road, Trefforest, Rhondda Cynon Taf, CF38 1SG
City-centre transport
Getting to Trefforest Estate from Trefforest city centre
Trefforest Estate is 3 km from Trefforest city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainPontypridd - Cardiff Bay, Merthyr Tydfil - Cardiff Central, Treherbert - Cardiff Central, Pontypridd - Cardiff Central, Aberdare - Cardiff Central, Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare, Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil, Aberdare - Radyr, Pontypridd - Taffs Well, Pontypridd - Radyr · 3m · £1 · every ~15 min
Bus102, 112 · 22m · £4 · every ~5 min
Trefforest Estate train station facilities and services
Trefforest Estate 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 Trefforest Estate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Trefforest Estate: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Trefforest Estate: 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.
Train stations for Cardiff to Trefforest
Check train stations information for Cardiff and Trefforest, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Trefforest is Cardiff Central, and it arrives at Trefforest.
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