The average train between Pontypridd and Cardiff takes 27 min and the fastest train takes 24 min. The train runs at least 4 times per hour from Pontypridd to Cardiff. 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 every 15 minutes between Pontypridd and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 8:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontypridd is at 5:13 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 5:41 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 27 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontypridd station and arriving at Cardiff station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 27 min.
Pontypridd to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Pontypridd station.
Pontypridd to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Queen Street station.
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The distance between Pontypridd and Cardiff is 17.6 km. The road distance is 19 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Queen Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 24 min.
