- Must visit
Big Pit National Coal Museum
Large coal mining museum with underground tours, preserved pithead buildings and strong interpretation of south Wales mining life.
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Port Talbot to Cwmbran is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Port Talbot to Cwmbran will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 1 trains that leave Port Talbot for Cwmbran 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 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Port Talbot to Cwmbran among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 53 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Port Talbot to Cwmbran trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:12 Port Talbot | 1h04 | 17:16 Cwmbran | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Port Talbot to Cwmbran run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:59, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 0:59 |
Last train 23:43 |
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Large coal mining museum with underground tours, preserved pithead buildings and strong interpretation of south Wales mining life.
Contemporary art gallery in a Victorian manor house, showing changing exhibitions by Welsh and visiting artists in a parkland setting.
Museum and heritage site at a former blast furnace, interpreting ironmaking and the industrial landscape of Blaenavon nearby.
Large country park with lakes, woodland trails, play areas and a historic house, ideal for walks, wildlife and relaxed family visits.
Popular canal-side walking and cycling route through greenery and heritage landscapes, good for easy strolls and longer linked outings.
A well-kept urban park with sports facilities, open lawns and riverside paths, popular for everyday recreation and local events.
Welsh cakes are griddled fruit-studded cakes, served warm with sugar. They are a classic everyday Welsh treat found across south Wales.
Cawl is a traditional Welsh lamb and vegetable broth, long associated with home cooking and rural Wales. It is hearty and deeply local.
Glamorgan sausages are vegetarian cheese, leek and breadcrumb sausages from south Wales. They are a well-known regional speciality.
Popular gastropub near Cwmbran offering British pub dishes, Sunday roasts and a comfortable traditional atmosphere.
Casual restaurant known for flame-grilled chicken, burgers and family-friendly dining in Cwmbran town centre.
Modern casual dining spot serving steaks, grills and pub favourites in a relaxed retail park setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels are usually cheaper than in major cities, while dining and local transport are fairly standard for South Wales.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Port Talbot to Cwmbran 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 Cwmbran, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Port Talbot to Cwmbran trains use the Port Talbot Parkway to Cwmbran station pair. Use this guide to compare Port Talbot and Cwmbran train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Port Talbot Parkway has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Port Talbot Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Port Talbot Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Port Talbot Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Port Talbot Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port Talbot Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to both platforms via a footbridge with 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.
Cwmbran has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cwmbran.
Ticket office support is available at Cwmbran. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cwmbran: Parking, WC.
Available at Cwmbran: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cwmbran: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. Platform 1 (to Cardiff) is accessible via a ramped path with handrails from Edlogan Way. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Hereford) is accessible from the station car park. A footbridge connects the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Available from the taxi rank, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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