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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff Queen Street and Pontypridd takes 26 min and the fastest train takes 25 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypridd. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

26 min
Duration
12 mi
Distance
£5
Average price
Every 20 minutes
Frequency

Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypridd train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Cardiff Queen Street and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 12:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff Queen Street is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 12:17 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 26 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 25 min • Direct
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    train train 28 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 25 min • Direct
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    train train 28 min • Direct
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    train train 27 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 25 min • Direct
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    train train 28 min • Direct
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    train train 27 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 25 min • Direct
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    train train 28 min • Direct
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    train train 27 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 27 min • Direct
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    train train 26 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 25 min • Direct
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    train train 28 min • Direct
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    train train 27 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypridd? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 11.7 mi
  • Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Cardiff Queen Street, Wales and Pontypridd, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypridd every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 25 min.

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