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Pencoed to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Pencoed to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €6.54, with average prices for this route around €6.54. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
14:38 24 minutes, Direct Pencoed	15:02 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
15:39 23 minutes, Direct Pencoed	16:02 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
16:14 24 minutes, Direct Pencoed	16:38 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
16:38 24 minutes, Direct Pencoed	17:02 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
17:16 22 minutes, Direct Pencoed	17:38 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
17:37 27 minutes, Direct Pencoed	18:04 Paris	Find Tickets

Pencoed to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

06:41

Last train

22:37

Departure station

Pencoed

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

21 minutes

Distance

24 km

Price

€6.54*

Train operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Pencoed to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Pencoed to Cardiff can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Pencoed to Cardiff for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Pencoed to Cardiff, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Pencoed to Cardiff train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Pencoed to Cardiff Train prices and times

Pencoed to Cardiff Train Route Details