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

The cheapest way to get from Chippenham to Cardiff is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chippenham to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Chippenham and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Town Bridge and arriving at Sophia Gardens. Services depart four times a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Chippenham and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chippenham and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Chippenham to Cardiff?

The distance between Chippenham and Cardiff is 64 miles. The road distance is 57.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chippenham to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

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

The train from Chippenham to Cardiff Central takes 1h 33m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Chippenham to Cardiff bus from?

Chippenham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Town Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Chippenham to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Chippenham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Chippenham to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £25 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Chippenham to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chippenham to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chippenham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Chippenham to Cardiff is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Chippenham to Cardiff.

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

Book your Chippenham to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1522+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Chippenham to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 231 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Chippenham to Cardiff 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
best
1. Take the train from Chippenham to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea
1h 33m
£30–50
Drive 56.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chippenham to Cardiff56.9 mi
1h 10m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Bridge to Sophia Gardens804
2h 10m
£18–25
Train via Swindon
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 35m
£32–64
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Chippenham to Bristol Temple MeadsLondon Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 36m
£16–40
Line 231 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Redland School to Bus Station231
2. Take the bus from Broad Quay to Public Transport InterchangeA4
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Kingsway GD
4h 9m

Chippenham to Cardiff by train

5Weekly Trains

1h 33mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 63.2 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Chippenham, Wiltshire, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Chippenham to Cardiff Central 5 times a week. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Town Bridge to Sophia Gardens 4 times a week. Tickets cost £18–25 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.