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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Pontyclun station (PYC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontyclun station (PYC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontyclun station (PYC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 7 trains that leave Pontyclun station (PYC) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Pontyclun station (PYC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pontyclun station (PYC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 16 km
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Live departures
Pontyclun station (PYC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Pontyclun station (PYC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:46 Pontyclun station (PYC) | 0h14 | 11:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
| 09:29 Pontyclun station (PYC) | 0h14 | 09:43 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontyclun station (PYC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Pontyclun station (PYC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:25, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 12m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 08:25 |
Last train 20:51 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Pontyclun station (PYC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Pontyclun station (PYC) and Cardiff Central (CDF) 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: Pontyclun station (PYC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontyclun station (PYC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Pontyclun station (PYC) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
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- 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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- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
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