Train travel to Fairwater guide

Updated May 9, 2026

Which train companies run trains to Fairwater?

Transport for Wales are the only company who run trains to and from Fairwater, providing frequent services to various locations across the UK.

What are Fairwater's opening hours?

For Fairwater, the first train typically departs at 6:12 and the final train departs at 23:30, but be sure to check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Fairwater

You can enjoy a hassle-free journey with Fairwater's designated parking and pick-up/drop-off areas.

Connectivity of the Fairwater?

Popular destinations offering trains to and from Fairwater include Cardiff, Cardiff Central, Trefforest, Trefforest and Ninian Park. Regular buses and taxis will be available at the station for onward travel, also. We recommend checking for availability prior to your journey.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.

Fairwater live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Fairwater, check now to plan your next journey.

  • Departures

  • Arrivals

TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Fairwater to Merthyr Tydfil08:131h 22mTransport for WalesOn time
Fairwater to Aberdare08:2352mTransport for WalesExp. 08:25
Fairwater to Merthyr Tydfil08:431h 22mTransport for WalesOn time
Fairwater to Aberdare08:5354mTransport for WalesOn time
Fairwater to Merthyr Tydfil09:131h 22mTransport for WalesOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Merthyr Tydfil to Fairwater08:231h 17mTransport for WalesExp. 08:25
Aberdare to Fairwater08:4250mTransport for WalesOn time
Merthyr Tydfil to Fairwater08:531h 15mTransport for WalesOn time
Aberdare to Fairwater09:1250mTransport for WalesOn time
Merthyr Tydfil to Fairwater09:231h 14mTransport for WalesOn time

Station Details

Address:

Fairwater station, Pwllmelin Road, Fairwater, South Glamorgan, CF5 3QE

Ticket Office opening hours:

There is no ticket office at Fairwater station, ticket machines are available to purchase or collect tickets from. You can also buy tickets in advance online here

Ticket Machine:

Available

Facilities

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