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Cardiff Central to Aberdare Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Aberdare, starting from £5.50 and averaging £5.50. The entire journey takes no more than 1h. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:30 1h 15m, Changes required Cardiff Central	06:45 Aberdare	Find Tickets
06:12 1h 3m, Direct Cardiff Central	07:15 Aberdare	Find Tickets
06:42 1h 3m, Direct Cardiff Central	07:45 Aberdare	Find Tickets
07:13 1h 2m, Direct Cardiff Central	08:15 Aberdare	Find Tickets
07:43 1h 2m, Direct Cardiff Central	08:45 Aberdare	Find Tickets
08:13 1h 2m, Direct Cardiff Central	09:15 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to Aberdare Train Route Details

First train

05:30

Last train

22:43

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Aberdare

Journey time

Distance

33 km

Price

£5.50*

Train operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Aberdare

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Aberdare can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, 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 for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Cardiff Central to Aberdare, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group 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 Central to Aberdare train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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