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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Cardiff is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Cardiff is to train which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Kingsway GD. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Bristol to Cardiff?

The distance between Bristol and Cardiff is 38 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £24.

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

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Cardiff bus from?

Bristol to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Cardiff train from?

Bristol to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Bristol to Cardiff is to train which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £23 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Bristol to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Cardiff train arrive?

Bristol to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Cardiff is 42 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Bristol to Cardiff.

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

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

Book your Bristol to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1547+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Cardiff?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bristol and Cardiff. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bristol to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Cardiff by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff CentralFareham - Cardiff Central / ...
51 min
£8–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940 / ...
1h 30m
£4–23
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Cardiff41.7 mi
1h 6m
£4–7
Drive 41.9 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Cardiff41.9 mi
54 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bristol to Cardiff41.9 mi
54 min
£110–140

Bristol to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 37.9 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £18–24 and the journey takes 51 min. Cross Country also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £4–11 and the journey takes 1h 30m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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