Taking the train from Pencoed to Aberdare in 1 hour 32 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Pencoed to Aberdare? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 50 minutes to travel the 13 miles (22 km) from Pencoed to Aberdare by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 32 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 14 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. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Transport for Wales for all or at least part of your journey to Aberdare.
Book train tickets from Pencoed to Aberdare 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 Aberdare by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Pencoed to Aberdare
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Pencoed to Aberdare is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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