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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bristol Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at College Road via The Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo?

The distance between Cardiff and Bristol Zoo is 43 miles. The road distance is 40.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo without a car is to train and line 8 bus which takes 1h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Cardiff to Bristol Zoo bus arrive?

Cardiff to Bristol Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bristol Zoo is 41 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo.

Where can I stay near Bristol Zoo?

There are 2390+ hotels available in Bristol Zoo.

Cardiff to Bristol Zoo - 5 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo by train, bus, 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, line 8 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from Temple Meads Stn to College Road8
1h 24m
Drive 40.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo40.4 mi
55 min
£11–15
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station202 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Haymarket to College Road8
1h 37m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo40.4 mi
55 min
£110–130
Bus, line 8 bus via Kingsway GD
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Haymarket to College Road8
1h 47m

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Distance: 42.4 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bristol Zoo via Bus Station, The Haymarket, and College Road in around 1h 37m.

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How to get fromCardiff to Bristol Zooby train, bus, car or taxi

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

Train, line 8 bus

Drive 40.4 mi

Bus, line 8 bus

Taxi