The average train between Bristol and Rhondda Cynon Taf takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol to Rhondda Cynon Taf. 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 hourly between Bristol and Rhondda Cynon Taf. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Rhondda Cynon Taf at 9:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Rhondda Cynon Taf. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Rhondda Cynon Taf station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Bristol to Rhondda Cynon Taf train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Rhondda Cynon Taf train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Treorchy station.
Book your Bristol to Rhondda Cynon Taf train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Bristol and Rhondda Cynon Taf is 66.7 km. The road distance is 95 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Treorchy via Cardiff Central in around 2h 7m.