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Abercynon to Bristol Parkway by train

First train

06:30

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Abercynon

Arrival station

Bristol Parkway

Journey time

From 1h 20m

Distance

35 miles (56 km)

Frequency

3 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway in 1 hour 20 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 30 minutes to travel the 35 miles (56 km) from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 20 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 3 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Bristol Parkway by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway take?

The average journey time by train between Abercynon and Bristol Parkway is 2 hours and 30 minutes, with around 3 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Abercynon and Bristol Parkway by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway is 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway?

No, there are no direct train services from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway. Travelling from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway leave?

The first train from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway leaves at 06:30. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway leave?

The last train from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway leaves at 23:11. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Abercynon and Bristol Parkway by train?

Trains travelling from Abercynon to Bristol Parkway cover a distance of around 35 miles (56 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Bristol Parkway to Abercynon.

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