How to travel from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock

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Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Pembroke Dock

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €30.

Distance: 77 miles (124 km)

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€30

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€14

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€30

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3h 43m

Average total duration

3h 13m

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3h 38m

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3h 8m

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2h 0m

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National Express

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The cheapest way to travel from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock is a bus with an average price of €14.

This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock:

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock costing on average €30.

The fastest way to travel from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 38m.

Other travel options to Pembroke Dock take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and Pembroke Dock including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €30 compared to roughly €30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €0.66. The journey takes 3h 13m versus 2h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock

How to get from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National Express
    4:20 PM3h10
    Cardiff
    7:30 PMPembroke Dock
    €131One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National Express
    4:20 PM3h10
    Cardiff
    7:30 PMPembroke Dock
    €131One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National Express
    4:20 PM3h10
    Cardiff
    7:30 PMPembroke Dock
    €131One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock

Travel to Pembroke Dock easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock.

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There are 2 options to travel between Cardiff and Pembroke Dock including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock is a bus with an average price of €14.

This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock:

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock costing on average €30.

The fastest way to travel from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 38m.

Other travel options to Pembroke Dock take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 43m.

The distance from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock is approximately 77 miles (124 km).
The average frequency per day from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cardiff and Pembroke Dock as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock:
  • Trains mostly depart from Cardiff Central (CDF) and arrive in Pembroke Dock station (PMD).
  • Buses mostly depart from Cardiff, Sophia Gardens and arrive in Pembroke Dock, A4139.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Transport for Wales to go to Pembroke Dock by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Pembroke Dock by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Transport for Wales.
  • 1 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Cardiff to Pembroke Dock often also extend their vacation to go to Rosslare, London, Swansea, Wexford, Bristol. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Pembroke Dock and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Pembroke Dock to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A stay of 1 to 2 days in Pembroke Dock is typically enough to explore local attractions, enjoy the waterfront, and visit nearby sites like Pembroke Castle.
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