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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pencoed is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pencoed is to train which takes 20 min and costs £5 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pencoed?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Pencoed. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Min-y-Nant via Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Pencoed?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Pencoed. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pencoed?

The distance between Cardiff and Pencoed is 16 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pencoed without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs £5 - £10.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Pencoed takes 20 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pencoed bus from?

Cardiff to Pencoed bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pencoed train from?

Cardiff to Pencoed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pencoed?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pencoed is to train which takes 20 min and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus and line 65 bus, which costs and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Pencoed bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pencoed bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Cardiff to Pencoed train arrive?

Cardiff to Pencoed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Pencoed station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pencoed?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pencoed is 18 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Cardiff to Pencoed.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Pencoed?

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Where can I stay near Pencoed?

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Cardiff to Pencoed - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 65 bus, taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Pencoed by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PencoedCardiff Central - Milford Haven / ...
20 min
£5–10
Bus, line 65 bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Sarn OdeonUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Min-y-Nant65
1h 20m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Pencoed17.8 mi
22 min
£40–50
Drive 17.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pencoed17.8 mi
22 min
£5–7

Cardiff to Pencoed by train

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Distance: 16.2 mi
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Pencoed, Bridgend, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Pencoed hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Min-y-Nant via Sarn Odeon in around 1h 20m.

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