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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bristol is to rideshare which costs £4 - £9 and takes 1h 6m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Castle and Bristol?

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

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Castle and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Castle to Bristol?

The distance between Cardiff Castle and Bristol is 39 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £12 - £50.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads takes 46 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Cardiff Castle to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Castle to Bristol?

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bristol is to train which takes 59 min and costs £12 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Bristol bus arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Bristol train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Castle to Bristol?

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

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

Book your Cardiff Castle to Bristol train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2454+ hotels available in Bristol.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff Castle to Bristol?

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

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

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff Castle to Bristol 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 Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Fareham / ...
59 min
£12–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk910 / ...
1h 20m
£4–11
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Bristol41.9 mi
1h 6m
£4–9
Bus via Sophia Gardens
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station216 / ...
1h 24m
£7–35
Drive 42 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Castle to Bristol42 mi
53 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Castle to Bristol42 mi
53 min
£110–140

Cardiff Castle to Bristol by foot and train

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Map of how to get from Cardiff Castle to Bristol.

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Distance: 38.6 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £12–24 and the journey takes 46 min. Cross Country also services this route once a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–11 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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