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Trains from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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48

train journeys
per day

27

miles (43 kms)

33 mins

fastest journey

05:18 / 23:43

first / last train

46

direct trains

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Port Talbot Parkway and Cardiff Central , with 46 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central is approximately 27 miles (43 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 43 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Port Talbot Parkway and Cardiff Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 33 mins.

Journeys from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:18
    33 mins Direct
    05:51
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:44
    35 mins Direct
    06:19
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:51
    37 mins Direct
    06:28
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:17
    33 mins Direct
    06:50
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:47
    33 mins Direct
    07:20
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:06
    42 mins Direct
    07:48
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:17
    34 mins Direct
    07:51
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:22
    45 mins Direct
    08:07
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:39
    33 mins Direct
    08:12
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:02
    33 mins Direct
    08:35
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:07
    40 mins Direct
    08:47
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:42
    33 mins Direct
    09:15
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:12
    37 mins Direct
    09:49
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:34
    39 mins Direct
    10:13
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:42
    33 mins Direct
    10:15
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:12
    37 mins Direct
    10:49
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:42
    33 mins Direct
    11:15
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:14
    37 mins Direct
    11:51
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:34
    39 mins Direct
    12:13
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:42
    33 mins Direct
    12:15
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central

About Port Talbot Parkway Station

Station name Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)
Address Port Talbot Parkway station, Heilbronn Way, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot, SA13 1UR
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 18:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Port Talbot Parkway and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:43.

First class tickets on trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Cardiff Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Cardiff Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 46 direct services per day from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Port Talbot Parkway and Cardiff Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Cardiff Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.