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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 | Cardiff Central | Mountain Ash | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Aberdare | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Queen Street | Treorchy | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Aberdare | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Mountain Ash | No tags |
Get from Cardiff to Aberdare
The journey takes about 56 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 Cardiff to Aberdare 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 Cardiff to Aberdare?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Aberdare 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 Cardiff to Aberdare?
The average train ride duration from Cardiff to Aberdare is 56m, covering a distance of 20 miles (33 km). The quickest train can get you there in 44m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators service the Cardiff to Aberdare route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 27 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cardiff to Aberdare?
The earliest train departs from Cardiff to Aberdare at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:04pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Aberdare was searched and found on Dec 13, 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 Cardiff to Aberdare, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $8 to $9 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Aberdare based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-12-13.
