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Pontypridd to Risca train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Pontypridd to Risca, starting from TWD 237 and averaging TWD 237. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 6m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
19:18 Pontypridd	20:38 Risca & Pontymister	1h 20m, No direct	Find Tickets
19:24 Pontypridd	20:38 Risca & Pontymister	1h 14m, No direct	Find Tickets
20:18 Pontypridd	21:38 Risca & Pontymister	1h 20m, No direct	Find Tickets
21:18 Pontypridd	22:39 Risca & Pontymister	1h 21m, No direct	Find Tickets
22:18 Pontypridd	23:33 Risca & Pontymister	1h 15m, No direct	Find Tickets
23:24 Pontypridd	06:02+1 Paris	6h 38m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Pontypridd to Risca train route details

First train

05:16

Last train

23:24

Departure station

Pontypridd

Arrival station

Risca

Journey time

1h 6m

Distance

12 miles

Price

TWD 237*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontypridd to Risca

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Pontypridd to Risca can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Pontypridd to Risca, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Pontypridd to Risca ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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.

Pontypridd to Risca train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
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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