The cheapest and fastest trains from Pontypridd to Aberdare
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontypridd to Aberdare is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontypridd to Aberdare 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 Pontypridd for Aberdare 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 15 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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 Pontypridd to Aberdare
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pontypridd to Aberdare 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 31m. 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: 15 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Pontypridd to Aberdare train times
The table below shows live departures for Pontypridd to Aberdare trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:46 Pontypridd | 0h31 | 09:17 Aberdare | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontypridd to Aberdare
Trains from Pontypridd to Aberdare run on average 6 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 31m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 05:51 |
Last train 23:16 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Pontypridd to Aberdare trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Pontypridd and Aberdare 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: Pontypridd to Aberdare train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontypridd to Aberdare 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 Aberdare, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pontypridd and Aberdare
- 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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