Best way to get from Pencoed to Cardiff
Find the best ways to travel from Pencoed to Cardiff. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Train service: Travel from Pencoed to Cardiff Central by train with Transport for Wales. The journey takes approximately 25 minutes and covers a distance of around 18 miles. Ticket prices range from £6 to £9.
Bus service: Use the bus service from Pencoed War Memorial to Cardiff Bus Interchange. Although there is no direct bus, transfers are available. The journey time is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, with prices starting at £5.
Private bus: A private bus option is available from Pencoed to Cardiff. The journey takes about 45 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 18 miles. Prices start at £7.
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Pencoed to Cardiff. The journey takes 28 minutes, covering 18 miles, with an estimated price of £34.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated June, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to Cardiff
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Pencoed to Cardiff. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
Reserve may not be available for your pickup location.
Getting from Pencoed to Cardiff
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Pencoed to Cardiff, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to Cardiff in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Pencoed in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
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Average Travel Time
28 minutes
Average Route Price
£34
Average Route Distance
28 kilometers
How to get from Pencoed to Cardiff
Compare ride options getting from Pencoed to Cardiff. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
£34
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
£60
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Pencoed to Cardiff for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Pencoed?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Pencoed anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Pencoed to Cardiff?
The average price for this trip is £34. Open the Uber app and input Cardiff in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Pencoed to Cardiff?
The most affordable ride choice from Pencoed to Cardiff is UberX.
- How long does it take to get from Pencoed to Cardiff?
The average duration for this ride is 28 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Pencoed. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Cardiff. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
- Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Pencoed?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Pencoed, you can request a ride from Pencoed anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
- Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Pencoed to Cardiff?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Pencoed. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to Cardiff. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
