Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$103 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF):
A bus is $75 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) costing on average $103 (€84).
Other travel options to Cardiff Central (CDF) take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 5m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (3h 2m by train vs 3h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $103 (€84) compared to roughly $62 (€51) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Friday, July 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:40 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 3h29 | 10:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 AM Three Bridges (TBD) | 3h56 | 3:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Trains from Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 14:13. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 6:40 AM |
Last train 2:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway from Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Three Bridges (TBD) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most Three Bridges (TBD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Three Bridges (TBD) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Three Bridges from Crawley city centre
Three Bridges is 1 km from Crawley city centre. Public transport options include:
Three Bridges train station facilities and services
Three Bridges has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Three Bridges.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Three Bridges. ATMs are available at Three Bridges.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Three Bridges.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Three Bridges: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Three Bridges: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Three Bridges: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.

