The cheapest and fastest trains from Cwmbach to Pontypridd
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cwmbach to Pontypridd is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cwmbach to Pontypridd will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cwmbach for Pontypridd 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 12 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 26 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cwmbach to Pontypridd
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cwmbach to Pontypridd among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 12 km
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cwmbach to Pontypridd
Trains from Cwmbach to Pontypridd run on average 3 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 23m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 06:13 |
Last train 23:16 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cwmbach to Pontypridd trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cwmbach and Pontypridd from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cwmbach to Pontypridd train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cwmbach to Pontypridd 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 Pontypridd, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cwmbach and Pontypridd
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available along a lane from the main road and a shallow end of platform ramp.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait adjacent to roundabout close to end of footpath from station
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 14:15 Saturday 08:30 - 16:45 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access from Broadway to Platform 1 and 2 (to Cardiff) via a lift. Step free access to Platform 3 (to Treherbert, Merthyr and Aberdare) via a moderately steep ramp from High Street. Access between Platforms 1, 2 and 3 is via a footbridge with lifts.
- Accessible public telephones: On platform 1
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the main entrance adjacent to the taxi rank
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