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Pontypridd to Port Talbot train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Pontypridd to Port Talbot, starting from £ 5.60 and averaging £ 23.60. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 14m. 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	Find Tickets
05:47 1h 23m, No direct Pontypridd	07:10 Port Talbot Parkway	Find Tickets
06:03 1h 21m, No direct Pontypridd	07:24 Port Talbot Parkway	Find Tickets
06:48 1h 21m, No direct Pontypridd	08:09 Port Talbot Parkway	Find Tickets
06:54 1h 15m, No direct Pontypridd	08:09 Port Talbot Parkway	Find Tickets
07:18 1h 21m, No direct Pontypridd	08:39 Port Talbot Parkway	Find Tickets
07:24 1h 15m, No direct Pontypridd	08:39 Paris	Find Tickets

Pontypridd to Port Talbot train route details

First train

05:47

Last train

23:24

Departure station

Pontypridd

Arrival station

Port Talbot

Journey time

1h 14m

Distance

31 km

Price

£ 5.60*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontypridd to Port Talbot

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 Pontypridd to Port Talbot can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Pontypridd to Port Talbot 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 for greater savings

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 Pontypridd to Port Talbot, 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 Pontypridd to Port Talbot 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Pontypridd to Port Talbot train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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