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Swansea to Pontypridd Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Swansea to Pontypridd? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €4.82, with average prices for this route around €30.67. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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05:29
Swansea
06:54
Trefforest Estate
1h 25m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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05:43
Swansea
07:19
Trefforest Estate
1h 36m, Changes requiredTransport for Wales
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05:57
Swansea
07:19
Trefforest Estate
1h 22m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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06:26
Swansea
07:49
Trefforest Estate
1h 23m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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06:31
Swansea
08:19
Trefforest Estate
1h 48m, Changes requiredTransport for Wales
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06:54
Swansea
08:19
Paris
1h 25m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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Swansea to Pontypridd Train Route Details

First train
First train
03:46
Last train
Last train
22:28
Departure station
Departure station
Swansea
Arrival station
Arrival station
Pontypridd
Journey time
Journey time
1h 22m
Distance
Distance
42 km
Price
Price
€4.82*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Swansea to Pontypridd

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Swansea to Pontypridd can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Swansea to Pontypridd 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 to save an average extra 30%

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 Swansea to Pontypridd, 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%

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 Swansea to Pontypridd ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Swansea to Pontypridd more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Swansea to Pontypridd 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.