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Overview: Train from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly run on average 3 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 40m.
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 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 20:54 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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 Dinas Powys to Caerphilly trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly.
The cost of a train ticket from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly covers a distance of 16 km and takes approximately 40m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly is 16 km.
The first train from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly leaves at 6:03.
The last train from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly departs at 20:54.
Trains from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Dinas Powys and Caerphilly. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales.
Why should you book Dinas Powys to Caerphilly trains with Omio?
Transport for Wales operates all trains services from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly.
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Train companies: Transport for Wales from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Dinas Powys and Caerphilly from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
40m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£6
Transport for Wales frequency
3 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 Dinas Powys and Caerphilly
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 Dinas Powys to Caerphilly.
There is no night train service from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly.
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Things to do in Caerphilly
Discover the best of Caerphilly — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Caerphilly trip today.
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Caerphilly Cheese
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Welsh Cakes
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Bara Brith
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Coffee Boutique
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Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for South Wales. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Cardiff city centre, while local buses and rail links keep transport costs fairly manageable.
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
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.80
- Day pass
- £7.00
To the city centre
Caerphilly Station -> Caerphilly Castle, Caerphilly
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Transport for Wales operates Caerphilly station and offers contactless pay as you go on participating South Wales routes; always tap in and tap out with the same card.
- Buy before you board at Caerphilly station. Ticket machines sell the full range of tickets and Penalty Fares apply if you board without a valid ticket where facilities are available.
Plan your visit to Caerphilly
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The train journey from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly offers picturesque views of the Welsh countryside, passing through lush greenery and charming villages, making it a scenic experience.
FAQs: Dinas Powys to Caerphilly train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly 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 Caerphilly, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly 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 Dinas Powys to Caerphilly.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dinas Powys and Caerphilly
Most Dinas Powys to Caerphilly trains use the Dinas Powys to Caerphilly station pair, with some services arriving at Energlyn & Churchill Park. Use this guide to compare Dinas Powys and Caerphilly train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Dinas Powys
Arrival train stations in Caerphilly
Which Dinas Powys station do trains to Caerphilly leave from?
Trains from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly leave from Dinas Powys. The station is from Dinas Powys city centre at Dinas Powys station, Cardiff Road, Dinas Powys, Vale of Glamorgan, CF64 4DH.
Dinas PowysDinas Powys station, Cardiff Road, Dinas Powys, Vale of Glamorgan, CF64 4DH
City-centre transport
Getting to Dinas Powys from Dinas Powys city centre
Bus304 · 0m · £4 · every ~4 min
Dinas Powys train station facilities and services
Dinas Powys 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 Dinas Powys.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dinas Powys: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dinas Powys: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B3. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff). Platform 2 (to Barry) is only accessible via a subway with 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.
Which Caerphilly station do trains from Dinas Powys arrive at?
Trains from Dinas Powys to Caerphilly most often arrive at Aber. Some services arrive at Caerphilly, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Caerphilly arrival station.
AberAber station, Nantgarw Road, Aber, Caerphilly, CF83 1AQ+44 333 321 1202
City-centre transport
Getting to Aber from Caerphilly city centre
TrainCardiff Central - Rhymney, Barry Island - Rhymney, Barry Island - Bargoed, Cardiff Central - Bargoed, Barry Island - Ystrad Mynach, Bridgend - Rhymney · 2m · £1 · every ~6 min
BusL · 4m · £2 · every ~1 min
Aber train station facilities and services
Aber 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 Aber.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aber: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Aber: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aber: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Wheelchair users, mobility scooter users and customers with reduced mobility may find the steep ramps leading from Nantgarw Road to both platforms difficult to negotiate, 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 takes debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
CaerphillyCaerphilly station, Station Road, Caerphilly, Caerphilly, CF83 1JR+44 3333211202
City-centre transport
Getting to Caerphilly from Caerphilly city centre
BusJ, L, H1 · 1m · £2 · every ~3 min
Caerphilly train station facilities and services
Caerphilly has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Caerphilly.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Caerphilly. 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 Caerphilly: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Caerphilly: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Caerphilly: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Platform 1 (for Cardiff) has level access. Platform 2 (for Rhymney) is accessible only by a footbridge or by a steep ramp, 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 machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Energlyn & Churchill ParkEnerglyn & Churchill Park station, Llwyn-on-Street, Energlyn, Caerphilly, CF83 2QR
City-centre transport
Getting to Energlyn & Churchill Park from Caerphilly city centre
Energlyn & Churchill Park is 1 km from Caerphilly city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainCardiff Central - Rhymney, Barry Island - Rhymney, Barry Island - Bargoed, Cardiff Central - Bargoed, Barry Island - Ystrad Mynach · 4m · £1 · every ~3 min
BusE, G, C · 5m · £2 · every ~9 min
Energlyn & Churchill Park train station facilities and services
Energlyn & Churchill Park 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 Energlyn & Churchill Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Energlyn & Churchill Park: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Energlyn & Churchill Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access is available to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a long moderately steep ramp. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Rhymney) from the car park on Llwyn-On Street. Both platforms are connected via a subway with a moderately steep footpath, 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No.
Train stations for Dinas Powys to Caerphilly
Check train stations information for Dinas Powys and Caerphilly, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Dinas Powys that goes to Caerphilly is Dinas Powys, and it arrives at Aber.
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