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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Cardiff Bridge is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Cardiff Bridge is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Cardiff Bridge?

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

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Cardiff Bridge?

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 50 min.

How far is it from Bristol to Cardiff Bridge?

The distance between Bristol and Cardiff Bridge is 39 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Cardiff Bridge without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £8 - £30.

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

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Cardiff Bridge bus from?

Bristol to Cardiff Bridge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Cardiff Bridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Bristol to Cardiff Bridge?

The best way to get from Bristol to Cardiff Bridge is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £8 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £24 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Bristol to Cardiff Bridge bus arrive?

Bristol to Cardiff Bridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Bristol to Cardiff Bridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Cardiff Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Cardiff Bridge is 42 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Bristol to Cardiff Bridge.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Bridge?

There are 1563+ hotels available in Cardiff Bridge.

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Cardiff Bridge?

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

Bristol to Cardiff Bridge - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Bristol to Cardiff Bridge 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 CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 1m
£8–30
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Cardiff41.7 mi
1h 12m
£4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens202 / ...
1h 21m
£7–24
Bus via Kingsway GD
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
1h 31m
£4–23
Drive 41.8 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Cardiff Bridge41.8 mi
53 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bristol to Cardiff Bridge41.8 mi
53 min
£110–140

Bristol to Cardiff Bridge by train and foot

253Weekly Services

1h 1mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 38.4 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £18–26 and the journey takes 50 min. Cross Country also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £7–24 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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