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Cardiff to Aberdare train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff to Aberdare? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as HK$58.93, with average prices for this route around HK$58.93.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
19:13 1h 2m, Direct Cardiff Central	20:15 Aberdare	Find Tickets
19:15 1h, No direct Cathays	20:15 Aberdare	Find Tickets
19:43 1h 2m, Direct Cardiff Central	20:45 Aberdare	Find Tickets
19:45 1h, No direct Cathays	20:45 Aberdare	Find Tickets
20:12 1h 3m, Direct Cardiff Central	21:15 Aberdare	Find Tickets
20:15 1h, No direct Cathays	21:15 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff to Aberdare train route details

First train

05:38

Last train

22:46

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Aberdare

Journey time

57m

Distance

22 miles

Price

HK$58.93*

Train Operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Aberdare

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff to Aberdare during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Aberdare for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff to Aberdare, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Aberdare ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff to Aberdare train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Cardiff to Aberdare with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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