What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pencader?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pencader is to train which costs £6 - £28 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pencader?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pencader is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pencader?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Pencader War Memorial. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pencader?

The distance between Cardiff and Pencader is 84 miles. The road distance is 77.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Pencader without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pencader without a car is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Pencader?

The bus from Tresillian Way to Pencader War Memorial takes 2h 49m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pencader bus from?

Cardiff to Pencader bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pencader?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pencader is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £6 - £28 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Pencader bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pencader bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Pencader War Memorial station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pencader?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pencader is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Cardiff to Pencader.

Where can I stay near Pencader?

There are 813+ hotels available in Pencader.

Cardiff to Pencader - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Pencader by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Pencader War MemorialT1c
2h 49m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CarmarthenCardiff Central - Pembroke Dock / ...
2h 50m
£6–28
Drive 77.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pencader77.2 mi
1h 30m
£20–28

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Distance: 83.8 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Pencader, Wales?

Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Tresillian Way to Pencader War Memorial twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthen hourly. Tickets cost £6–15 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route every 4 hours.

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