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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Aberdare | Cardiff Queen Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Aberdare | Cardiff Queen Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Treorchy | Cardiff Queen Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Treorchy | Cardiff Queen Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Treorchy | Cardiff Queen Street | No tags |
Get from Aberdare to Cardiff
The journey takes about 57 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Transport for Wales ticket prices on this trip start at $9
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Aberdare to Cardiff by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Aberdare to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Aberdare to Cardiff start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aberdare to Cardiff?
The average train ride duration from Aberdare to Cardiff is 57m, covering a distance of 17 miles (27 km). The quickest train can get you there in 48m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators service the Aberdare to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 26 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Aberdare to Cardiff?
The earliest train departs from Aberdare to Cardiff at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:02pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Aberdare to Cardiff was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $8To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Aberdare to Cardiff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $8 to $9 for a train ticket from Aberdare to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-12-12.
