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Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €6.53, with average prices for this route around €6.53. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay Train Route Details

First train

05:54

Last train

23:13

Departure station

Pontypridd

Arrival station

Cardiff Bay

Journey time

23 minutes

Distance

20 km

Price

€6.53*

Train operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay

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 Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay 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 Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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.

Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay 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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