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It takes an average of 3h 58m to travel from Cardiff Central to Pontarddulais by train, over a distance of around 41 miles (66 km). There are normally 6 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Pontarddulais and tickets for this journey start from £8.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:20 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Pontarddulais | |
| Journey time | From 1h 36m | |
| Distance | 41 miles (66 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £8.80 | |
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How to travel from Cardiff Central to Pontarddulais by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Cardiff Central to Pontarddulais? Look no further.
You'll usually find 6 trains per day running between Cardiff Central and Pontarddulais, which usually take 3 hours 58 minutes to complete the 41 miles (66 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 36 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Pontarddulais by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Cardiff Central to Pontarddulais start from £8.80 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Pontarddulais? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Pontarddulais?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.