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Cardiff Central to Bargoed train prices and times
Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to Bargoed? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £5.50, with average prices for this route around £5.50.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:52 Cardiff Central | 06:31 Pengam | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:22 Cardiff Central | 07:01 Pengam | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:41 Cardiff Central | 07:19 Pengam | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:52 Cardiff Central | 07:31 Pengam | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:11 Cardiff Central | 07:50 Pengam | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:22 Cardiff Central | 08:01 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
Cardiff Central to Bargoed train route details

First train
05:52

Last train
22:34

Journey time
38m

Distance
16 miles

Price
£5.50*
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Bargoed

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff Central to Bargoed. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to Bargoed 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 Central to Bargoed, 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 Cardiff Central to Bargoed 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 travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Cardiff Central to Bargoed more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Cardiff Central to Bargoed train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

Advance train tickets
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
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 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.









