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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Pontyclun
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
4 h 9 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Pontyclun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Pontyclun will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chester for Pontyclun every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 9 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
Chester to Pontyclun train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Pontyclun trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 30 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:15 Chester | 4h09 | 07:24 Pontyclun | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Pontyclun
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Trains from Chester to Pontyclun run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 20:46 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Chester to Pontyclun trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Chester and Pontyclun from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chester to Pontyclun train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Pontyclun 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 Pontyclun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Pontyclun
Shopping
Parking
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Accessibility
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from the station car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Swansea) from Station Terrace. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps or a long detour via Station Terrace and Station Approach.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are in Cowbridge Road and Llantrisant Road.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside The Windsor pub adjacent to the station car park
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