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Aberdare to Cardiff Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Aberdare to Cardiff, starting from €6.52 and averaging €6.52. The entire journey takes no more than 49 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
16:22 53 minutes, Changes required Aberdare	17:15 Cathays	Find Tickets
16:22 1 hour 4 minutes, Direct Aberdare	17:26 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
16:52 53 minutes, Changes required Aberdare	17:45 Cathays	Find Tickets
16:52 1 hour 4 minutes, Direct Aberdare	17:56 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
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17:22 1 hour 4 minutes, Direct Aberdare	18:26 Paris	Find Tickets

Aberdare to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

05:52

Last train

22:52

Departure station

Aberdare

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

49 minutes

Distance

34 km

Price

€6.52*

Train operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Aberdare to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Aberdare to Cardiff. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Aberdare to Cardiff, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Aberdare to Cardiff train ticket types

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Aberdare to Cardiff Train prices and times

Aberdare to Cardiff Train Route Details