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Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €2.51, with average prices for this route around €2.51.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:42 41 minutes, Direct Cardiff Central	06:23 Port Talbot Parkway	Find Tickets
06:36 47 minutes, Direct Cardiff Central	07:23 Port Talbot Parkway	Find Tickets
07:41 30 minutes, Direct Cardiff Central	08:11 Port Talbot Parkway	Find Tickets
07:44 41 minutes, Direct Cardiff Central	08:25 Port Talbot Parkway	Find Tickets
08:03 32 minutes, Direct Cardiff Central	08:35 Port Talbot Parkway	Find Tickets
08:40 31 minutes, Direct Cardiff Central	09:11 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Train Route Details

First train

00:59

Last train

22:50

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Port Talbot

Journey time

29 minutes

Distance

44 km

Price

€2.51*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot can result in significant cost savings.

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 Cardiff Central to Port Talbot, 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.

Cardiff Central to Port Talbot train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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