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Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 21.58, with average prices for this route around SAR 36.53. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Wed, Sep 3
From SAR 35.13
Thu, Sep 4
From SAR 35.13
Fri, Sep 5
From SAR 35.13
Sat, Sep 6
From SAR 21.58
Sun, Sep 7
From SAR 35.13
Mon, Sep 8
From SAR 29.61
Tue, Sep 9
From SAR 35.13

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:28 Bristol Temple Meads	07:19 Cardiff Central	51m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:57 Bristol Temple Meads	07:47 Cardiff Central	50m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:07 Bristol Temple Meads	08:05 Cardiff Central	58m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:24 Bristol Temple Meads	08:18 Cardiff Central	54m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:40 Bristol Temple Meads	08:39 Cardiff Central	59m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:57 Bristol Temple Meads	08:48 Paris	51m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

05:20

Last train

22:58

Departure station

Bristol Temple Meads

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

46m

Distance

27 miles

Price

SAR 21.58*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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