Trains from Bristol to Cardiff from $6.50*

Trains from Bristol to Cardiff from $6.50*

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Bristol to Cardiff Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Bristol to Cardiff, starting from $6.50 and averaging $21.48. The entire journey takes no more than 31m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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11:28
Bristol Temple Meads
12:21
Cardiff Central
53m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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11:37
Bristol Parkway
12:11
Cardiff Central
34m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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11:58
Bristol Temple Meads
12:45
Cardiff Central
47m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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12:04
Bristol Parkway
12:38
Cardiff Central
34m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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12:36
Bristol Temple Meads
13:25
Cardiff Central
49m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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12:40
Bristol Parkway
13:17
Paris
37m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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Bristol to Cardiff Train Route Details

The Bristol to Cardiff train ticket is from $6.50. The average travel time is 31m, covering a distance of approximately 44 mile. There are usually 69 daily trains provided by Great Western Railway,CrossCountry. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
00:24
Last train
Last train
23:04
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
31m
Distance
Distance
44 mile
Price
Price
$6.50*

Bristol to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Bristol to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff

Trains running from Bristol to Cardiff will typically depart from Bristol Temple Meads and arrive at Cardiff Central. The journey takes around 31m.

Book cheap train tickets from Bristol to Cardiff

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Bristol to Cardiff. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

One of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets is to book in advance. Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Bristol to Cardiff ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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