The average train between Risca and Bargoed takes 1h 46m and the fastest train takes 1h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Risca to Bargoed. 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 Risca and Bargoed. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Risca is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Bargoed at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Risca to Bargoed. However, there are services departing from Risca station and arriving at Bargoed station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.
Risca to Bargoed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Risca & Pontymister station.
Risca to Bargoed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bargoed station.
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The distance between Risca and Bargoed is 12.8 km. The road distance is 52 km.
You can take a train from Risca & Pontymister to Bargoed via Cardiff Central in around 1h 23m.