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

The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Cardiff start from £9. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bristol to Cardiff?

The average train journey time from Bristol to Cardiff is 40m, covering a distance of 27 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 31m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Bristol to Cardiff route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 45 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway , CrossCountry .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to Cardiff?

The earliest train from Bristol to Cardiff departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:48.

Which is the best train operator from Bristol to Cardiff?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bristol to Cardiff?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Bristol to Cardiff?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bristol to Cardiff?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Train Bristol to Cardiff from £8

Next train departures

Next departures from Bristol to Cardiff on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:28	Bristol Parkway	37m	08:05	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	15:03	Bristol Parkway	31m	15:34	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	07:24	Bristol Temple Meads	54m	08:18	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:24	Bristol Temple Meads	54m	08:18	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:28	Bristol Parkway	37m	08:05	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Cardiff on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Bristol Parkway	35m	08:00	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	08:04	Bristol Parkway	32m	08:36	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	07:20	Bristol Temple Meads	50m	08:10	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:20	Bristol Temple Meads	50m	08:10	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:25	Bristol Parkway	35m	08:00	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Cardiff on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:22	Bristol Temple Meads	41m	11:03	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	12:03	Bristol Parkway	31m	12:34	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	08:58	Bristol Parkway	44m	09:42	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	08:58	Bristol Parkway	44m	09:42	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	09:05	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 1m	10:06	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Cardiff on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:36	Patchway	33m	21:09	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	09:04	Bristol Parkway	32m	09:36	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	07:24	Bristol Temple Meads	55m	08:19	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:24	Bristol Temple Meads	55m	08:19	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:28	Bristol Parkway	38m	08:06	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Cardiff on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:36	Patchway	33m	21:09	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	09:04	Bristol Parkway	32m	09:36	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	07:24	Bristol Temple Meads	55m	08:19	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:24	Bristol Temple Meads	55m	08:19	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:28	Bristol Parkway	38m	08:06	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Cardiff on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:36	Patchway	33m	21:09	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	09:04	Bristol Parkway	32m	09:36	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	07:24	Bristol Temple Meads	55m	08:19	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:24	Bristol Temple Meads	55m	08:19	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:28	Bristol Parkway	38m	08:06	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Cardiff on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:36	Patchway	33m	21:09	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	09:04	Bristol Parkway	32m	09:36	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	07:24	Bristol Temple Meads	55m	08:19	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:24	Bristol Temple Meads	55m	08:19	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:28	Bristol Parkway	38m	08:06	Cardiff Central	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bristol to Cardiff

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

26 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £41	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£9 - £37	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £7	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bristol and Cardiff?

Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Filton
594 Filton Ave, Bristol BS7 0QQ, UK

Cardiff

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Cardiff Central
Cardiff Central, UK
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Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol to Cardiff by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Bristol to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Cardiff start from £9. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bristol to Cardiff?
The average train journey time from Bristol to Cardiff is 40m, covering a distance of 27 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 31m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Bristol to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 45 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to Cardiff?
The earliest train from Bristol to Cardiff departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:48.
Which is the best train operator from Bristol to Cardiff?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bristol to Cardiff?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Bristol to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bristol to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£21

10/12

£21

Today

£18

12/12

£17

13/12

£17

14/12

£16

15/12

£16

16/12

£16

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Cardiff was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £16

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 £16 to £35 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 £16, which is on 2025-12-14.

Usually Great Western Railway 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.