Trains from Bristol to Cardiff from £5.00*

Trains from Bristol to Cardiff from £5.00*

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Bristol to Cardiff train prices and times

Looking to travel from Bristol to Cardiff? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £5.00, with average prices for this route around £19.50.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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  • 14:32
    Bristol Temple Meads
    15:25
    Cardiff Central
    53m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 15:00
    Bristol Temple Meads
    15:45
    Cardiff Central
    45m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 15:04
    Bristol Parkway
    15:42
    Cardiff Central
    38m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 15:32
    Bristol Temple Meads
    16:22
    Cardiff Central
    50m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 16:00
    Bristol Temple Meads
    16:45
    Cardiff Central
    45m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 16:04
    Bristol Parkway
    16:37
    Paris
    33m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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Bristol to Cardiff train route details

The Bristol to Cardiff train ticket is £5.00. The average travel time is 32m, covering a distance of approximately 44 miles. There are usually 54 daily trains provided by Great Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
00:24
Last train
Last train
22:58
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
32m
Distance
Distance
44 miles
Price
Price
£5.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Great Western Railway

Bristol to Cardiff train travel guide

Bristol to Cardiff train travel guide

Arriving in Cardiff

Trains travelling between Bristol and Cardiff usually start their journey from Bristol Temple Meads and reach Cardiff Central. The duration of this trip is approximately 32m.

Book the cheap train tickets from Bristol to Cardiff

Let's save unnecessary costs when travelling from Bristol to Cardiff by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Bristol to Cardiff. You can choose the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, there's good news for you! You can take advantage of group travel discounts that are offered by many train companies. These discounts can save you up to 1/3 on standard fares, making your journey from Bristol to Cardiff more affordable. Whether you're traveling with your family, friends, or colleagues, the group save options make it easier for everyone to enjoy the benefits of discounted fares while embarking on a memorable trip together.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.