- Distance: 20 mi
- Duration: 52 min
The average train between Cardiff and Rhondda Cynon Taf takes 52 min and the fastest train takes 51 min. There is an hourly train service from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Rhondda Cynon Taf. The earliest departure is at 12:36 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Rhondda Cynon Taf at 12:01 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 52 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Rhondda Cynon Taf station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 52 min.
Cardiff to Rhondda Cynon Taf train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cathays station.
Cardiff to Rhondda Cynon Taf train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Treorchy station.
Book your Cardiff to Rhondda Cynon Taf train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Cardiff and Rhondda Cynon Taf is 30.3 km. The road distance is 32 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cathays to Treorchy every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 52 min.
