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Compare train for Porthcawl to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Porthcawl to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, while a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 22 miles (36 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (35m by train vs 40m by car). Tickets start at around $14 compared to roughly $10 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.
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.
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FAQs: Travel from Porthcawl to Cardiff
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- Around 4 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Porthcawl and Cardiff as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Pyle station (PYL) and arrive in Cardiff Central (CDF).
- Travel with Transport for Wales to go to Cardiff by train.
- 4 direct trains per day with Transport for Wales.
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