What is the cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sarn Odeon and arriving at Kingsway GD. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bridgend and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Bridgend to Cardiff?

The distance between Bridgend and Cardiff is 20 miles. The road distance is 20.7 miles.

How do I travel from Bridgend to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Bridgend to Cardiff?

The train from Bridgend to Cardiff Central takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Cardiff bus from?

Bridgend to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Cardiff train from?

Bridgend to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bridgend station.

Train or bus from Bridgend to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff is to train which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £20 and takes 30 min.

Where does the Bridgend to Cardiff bus arrive?

Bridgend to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Bridgend to Cardiff train arrive?

Bridgend to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bridgend to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Cardiff is 21 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Bridgend to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Bridgend to Cardiff?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bridgend to Cardiff?

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Bridgend to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Bridgend to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Cardiff CentralMaesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
27 min
£5–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
30 min
£4–20
Drive 20.6 mi
1. Drive from Bridgend to Cardiff20.6 mi
26 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bridgend to Cardiff20.6 mi
26 min
£45–60

Bridgend to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 20.1 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Bridgend, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bridgend to Cardiff Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 27 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sarn Odeon to Kingsway GD every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 30 min. Three other operators also service this route.

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