The average train between Bristol and Rhondda takes 1h 56m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol to Rhondda. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Rhondda. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Rhondda at 1:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 56m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Bristol to Rhondda? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads station and arriving at Ystrad Rhondda station via Cardiff Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.
Bristol to Rhondda train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Rhondda train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ystrad Rhondda station.
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The distance between Bristol and Rhondda is 63.1 km. The road distance is 91 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Ystrad Rhondda via Cardiff Central in around 2h 5m.