8:560h28Cardiff9:24Ystrad Mynach£61One-way0 changes
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10:560h28Cardiff11:24Ystrad Mynach£61One-way0 changes
11:560h28Cardiff12:24Ystrad Mynach£61One-way0 changes
12:560h28Cardiff13:24Ystrad Mynach£61One-way0 changes
8:560h28Cardiff9:24Ystrad Mynach£61One-way0 changes
9:560h28Cardiff10:24Ystrad Mynach£61One-way0 changes
10:560h28Cardiff11:24Ystrad Mynach£61One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Ystrad Mynach
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Ystrad Mynach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 19 km
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Live departures
Cardiff to Ystrad Mynach train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Ystrad Mynach trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 8:56 Cardiff | 0h28 | 9:24 Ystrad Mynach | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:56 Cardiff | 0h28 | 10:24 Ystrad Mynach | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:56 Cardiff | 0h28 | 11:24 Ystrad Mynach | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:56 Cardiff | 0h28 | 12:24 Ystrad Mynach | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:56 Cardiff | 0h28 | 13:24 Ystrad Mynach | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:56 Cardiff | 0h28 | 14:24 Ystrad Mynach | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:56 Cardiff | 0h28 | 15:24 Ystrad Mynach | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Ystrad Mynach
Trains from Cardiff to Ystrad Mynach run on average 4 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 27m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Ystrad Mynach trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Ystrad Mynach 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 Ystrad Mynach train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Ystrad Mynach 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 Ystrad Mynach, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Ystrad Mynach
Most Cardiff to Ystrad Mynach trains use the Cardiff Central to Ystrad Mynach station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Ystrad Mynach 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 Lisvane & Thornhill from Cardiff city centre
Lisvane & Thornhill is 7 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisvane & Thornhill train station facilities and services
Lisvane & Thornhill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lisvane & Thornhill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lisvane & Thornhill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lisvane & Thornhill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisvane & Thornhill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Rhymney) via a ramp with a steep gradient. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Cardiff) via Clos Llysfaen and a ramp with a shallow gradient. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge, 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.
Which Ystrad Mynach station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Ystrad Mynach from Ystrad Mynach city centre
Ystrad Mynach train station facilities and services
Ystrad Mynach has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ystrad Mynach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ystrad Mynach. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ystrad Mynach: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ystrad Mynach: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a footbridge with lifts. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Rhymney) from the car park, 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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