The average train between Bristol and Abercynon takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Abercynon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Bristol and Abercynon. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Abercynon at 12:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Abercynon. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Abercynon station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Bristol to Abercynon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Abercynon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Abercynon station.
Book your Bristol to Abercynon train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Bristol and Abercynon is 54.8 km. The road distance is 86 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Abercynon via Cardiff Central in around 1h 41m.