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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bridgend is to bus via Bristol which costs £10 - £29 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bridgend is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Slip Way via Derrys Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bridgend?

The distance between Cardiff and Bridgend is 177 miles. The road distance is 147.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bridgend without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 41m and costs £21 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Cardiff to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bridgend bus from?

Cardiff to Bridgend bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bridgend is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 41m and costs £21 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bridgend bus arrive?

Cardiff to Bridgend bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bridgend is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Cardiff to Bridgend.

Where can I stay near Bridgend?

There are 1480+ hotels available in Bridgend.

Cardiff to Bridgend - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Bridgend by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to PlymouthEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 41m
£21–94
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Plymouth Coach StationFal
6h 37m
£11–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach StationCp5
5h 2m
£28–55
Drive 147.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bridgend147.1 mi
2h 35m
£37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PlymouthCardiff Central - Plymouth / ...
4h 58m
£60–120

Cardiff to Bridgend by train, foot, and bus

136Weekly Services

4h 41mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.4 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Parsonage Road via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, and Derrys Cross in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Station once a week. Tickets cost £28–55 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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