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Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway, starting from AU$ 4.32 and averaging AU$ 29.94. The entire journey takes no more than 31m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
08:59 Cardiff Central	09:36 Port Talbot Parkway	37m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:44 Cardiff Central	10:15 Port Talbot Parkway	31m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:50 Cardiff Central	10:23 Port Talbot Parkway	33m, Direct	Find Tickets
10:31 Cardiff Central	11:02 Port Talbot Parkway	31m, Direct	Find Tickets
10:48 Cardiff Central	11:21 Port Talbot Parkway	33m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:30 Cardiff Central	12:01 Paris	31m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway train route details

First train

08:24

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Port Talbot Parkway

Journey time

31m

Distance

44 km

Price

AU$ 4.32*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 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 Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway, 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%

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 Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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