The average train between Bridgend and Cardiff takes 25 min and the fastest train takes 19 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Bridgend to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Bridgend and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 12:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Bridgend is at 5:54 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 6:14 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 25 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bridgend station and arriving at Cardiff station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 25 min.
Bridgend to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bridgend station.
Bridgend to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Bridgend to Cardiff train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Bridgend and Cardiff is 27.6 km. The road distance is 32 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Bridgend to Cardiff Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 27 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly.
