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| Train | Cardiff Central | Bristol Temple Meads | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Bristol
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cardiff and Bristol?
Bristol
- AMarlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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Filton
594 Filton Ave, Bristol BS7 0QQ, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Bristol 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 Cardiff to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Bristol 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 Cardiff to Bristol?
The average train journey time from Cardiff to Bristol is 47m, covering a distance of 28 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 31m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Bristol route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 39 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Bristol?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Bristol departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 23:30.
Which is the best train operator from Cardiff to Bristol?
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 Cardiff to Bristol?
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 Cardiff to Bristol?
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 Cardiff to Bristol?
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.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Bristol was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Bristol as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £17 to £35 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-12-12.
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