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Swansea to Pontypridd Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Swansea to Pontypridd, starting from BHD 2.160 and averaging BHD 2.160. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 22 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
18:23 Swansea | 19:49 Trefforest Estate |   | Find Tickets |
18:47 Swansea | 20:19 Trefforest Estate | | Find Tickets |
19:19 Swansea | 20:49 Trefforest Estate | | Find Tickets |
19:24 Swansea | 21:08 Trefforest Estate | | Find Tickets |
19:52 Swansea | 21:23 Trefforest Estate | | Find Tickets |
20:23 Swansea | 21:52 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Swansea to Pontypridd Train Route Details
First train
03:38
Last train
23:32
Journey time
1 hour 22 minutes
Distance
42 km
Price
BHD 2.160*
How to book cheap train tickets from Swansea to Pontypridd
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 Swansea to Pontypridd can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Swansea to Pontypridd 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 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 Swansea to Pontypridd, 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 Swansea to Pontypridd 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 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 Swansea to Pontypridd more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Swansea to Pontypridd train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Swansea to Pontypridd with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.