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Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €4.61, with average prices for this route around €22.08. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
22:09 3 hours 10 minutes, Changes required Pontarddulais	01:19 +1 Cardiff Central		Find Tickets

Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

07:30

Last train

22:09

Departure station

Pontarddulais

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

1 hour 46 minutes

Distance

66 km

Price

€4.61*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central 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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Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Pontarddulais to Cardiff Central Train Route Details