Trains tickets from Bristol to Cardiff

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Today25 Apr
from US$23
Tomorrow26 Apr
Sun27 Apr
from US$17
Mon28 Apr
from US$23
Tue29 Apr
from US$23
Wed30 Apr
Thu1 May
from US$23
Fri2 May

Trains leaving Sunday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 27 April at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bristol Temple Meads
    Arrival time: 27 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Central
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 27 April at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Patchway
    Arrival time: 27 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Central
    Operated by: Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 April at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bristol Parkway
    Arrival time: 27 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Central
    Operated by: Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 April at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bristol Temple Meads
    Arrival time: 27 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Central
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 April at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bristol Parkway
    Arrival time: 27 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Central
    Operated by: Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Bristol to Cardiff: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$24
Average train trip duration38m
Number of daily trains34
Earliest train departure06:57
Distance27 miles
Latest train departure23:48

Bristol to Cardiff Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bristol - Cardiff

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Cardiff cost?

    The average train ticket price from Bristol to Cardiff is US$24. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Bristol to Cardiff is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Bristol to Cardiff?

    A train trip between Bristol and Cardiff is around 38m, although the fastest train will take about 31m. This is the time it takes to travel the 26 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Bristol and Cardiff?

    The number of trains from Bristol to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 34. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Bristol to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
23/04
US$23
24/04
US$23
Today
US$23
26/04
No data
27/04
US$17
28/04
US$23
29/04
US$23
30/04
US$23
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bristol to Cardiff was searched and found on 27 Apr 2025 with a price of US$17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bristol to Cardiff as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$47 for a train ticket from Bristol to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$17, which is on 2025-04-27.

Usually RDG_GWR will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Bristol to Cardiff is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Cardiff, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Bristol and Cardiff, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Bristol to Cardiff and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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