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Llantwit Major to Ystrad Rhondda by train

First train

05:54

Last train

10:21

Departure station

Llantwit Major

Arrival station

Ystrad Rhondda

Journey time

From 1h 58m

Distance

16 miles (26 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Llantwit Major to Ystrad Rhondda in 1 hour 58 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Llantwit Major to Ystrad Rhondda? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours to travel the 16 miles (26 km) from Llantwit Major to Ystrad Rhondda by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 58 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Llantwit Major to Ystrad Rhondda in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Ystrad Rhondda by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Llantwit Major to Ystrad Rhondda

Want to know more about your journey from Llantwit Major to Ystrad Rhondda? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Ystrad Rhondda from Llantwit Major?

To travel to Ystrad Rhondda from Llantwit Major, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 2 hours and 0 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 58 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Llantwit Major to Ystrad Rhondda?

Trains from Llantwit Major to Ystrad Rhondda take an average of 2 hours and 0 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 58 minutes. You'll usually find 10 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Llantwit Major and Ystrad Rhondda by train?

The quickest journey time between Llantwit Major and Ystrad Rhondda by train is 1 hour and 58 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Llantwit Major to Ystrad Rhondda?

No, there are no direct trains running from Llantwit Major to Ystrad Rhondda, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Llantwit Major to Ystrad Rhondda

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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