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Travel Information
Compare train for Cardiff to Pencoed
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Pencoed among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (21m by train vs 30m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Cardiff to Pencoed by train
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Why should you book Cardiff to Pencoed trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Pencoed.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Pencoed
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Trains from Cardiff to Pencoed run on average 6 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 21m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 23:29 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Pencoed trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Pencoed from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Cardiff to Pencoed train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Pencoed by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pencoed, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Pencoed
Most Cardiff to Pencoed trains use the Cardiff Central to Pencoed station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Pencoed train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Which Pencoed station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Pencoed from Pencoed city centre
Pencoed train station facilities and services
Pencoed has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pencoed.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pencoed: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pencoed: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Swansea) and 2 to Cardiff) from Hendre Road. Access between the platforms is available via the level crossing and footbridge with steps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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