Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Bristol to Cardiff?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Cardiff: Buses from Bristol to Cardiff most often leave from Bristol, Airport and arrive in Cardiff, Lloyd George Ave / Herbert Street. Trains mostly leave from Bristol Temple Meads and tend to arrive in Cardiff Central.

Which travel companies can get me from Bristol to Cardiff?

The following travel companies offer services from Bristol to Cardiff: Megabus, FlixBus or National Express can take you to Cardiff by bus. If searching for a good deal on buses, you can find tickets for FlixBus from Bristol to Cardiff for $5 (€4). Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country or first_great_western can take you to Cardiff by train. If searching for a good deal on trains, you can find tickets for Great Western Rail from Bristol to Cardiff for $9 (€8).

Can I find a direct route to Cardiff from Bristol?

Yes, there are direct services available from Bristol to Cardiff with the following travel companies: Direct buses with Megabus, FlixBus or National Express with 45 direct buses per day. Direct train available with Great Western Rail, Cross Country or first_great_western 5 direct trains per day. Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Cardiff as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Bristol and Cardiff.

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Travel Information from Bristol to Cardiff

Distance	25 miles (40 km)
Available travel modes	Bus or train
Ticket price range	$5 - $9
Cheapest mode	Bus • $5 (€4) • 1 h 5 min
Fastest mode	Train • $9 (€8) • 42 min
Popular travel companies	Megabus or Great Western Rail

Take a bus or train to travel 25 miles (40 km) to Cardiff from Bristol. The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Megabus or Great Western Rail among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Bristol to Cardiff.

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from Bristol to Cardiff

How to get from Bristol to Cardiff by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Bristol to Cardiff is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

FlixBus

09:25AM1h20

Bristol, Marlborough Street

10:45AMCardiff

$101One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixBus

09:25AM1h20

Bristol, Marlborough Street

10:45AMCardiff

$101One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

Y23545

09:27AM0h49

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

10:16AMCardiff Central (CDF)

$341One-way

0 transfers

Other options

Train

Bus

Y23544

08:29AM0h51

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

09:20AMCardiff Central (CDF)

$341One-way

0 transfers

Y22104

08:58AM0h52

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

09:50AMCardiff Central (CDF)

$341One-way

0 transfers

Y23573 · Y21962

09:13AM0h56

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

10:09AMCardiff Central (CDF)

$341One-way

1 transfer

FlixBus

11:00AM1h30

Bristol, Marlborough Street

12:30PMCardiff

$101One-way

0 transfers

NX201

09:40AM1h20

Bristol, Marlborough Street

11:00AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens

$141One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

12:45PM1h30

Bristol, Marlborough Street

02:15PMCardiff

$101One-way

0 transfers

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How to get from Bristol to Cardiff

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Bristol to Cardiff, 58,93% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Bristol to Cardiff and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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Find the best route to Cardiff from Bristol with Omio's travel partners Cross Country, Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway! You'll find the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

Train Companies

Bus Companies

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Bristol to Cardiff. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Travel information from Bristol to Cardiff with Cross Country:

Average Duration: 1 h 1 min
Cross Country frequency: 1 a day

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Megabus from Bristol to Cardiff travel information:

Average Duration: 1 h 24 min
Megabus frequency: 9 a day

National Express is the leading travel company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 travel a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express travel are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most travel are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Bristol - Cardiff travel: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Travel information from Bristol to Cardiff with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 1 h 15 min
FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Travel from Bristol to Cardiff

FAQs: Travel to Cardiff easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Cardiff.

There are 2 options to travel from Bristol to Cardiff including taking a bus or train.

The cheapest way to travel between Bristol and Cardiff is a bus with an average price of $5 (€4).

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Cardiff:

Taking a bus costs $4 (€4) less than taking a train, which average ticket prices of $9 (€8).

The fastest way from Bristol to Cardiff is by train with an average journey time of 42 min.

There are alternative travel options to Cardiff that take longer:

Getting to Cardiff by bus takes 1 h 5 min on average.

You should expect to travel around 25 miles (40 km) between Bristol and Cardiff.

The average frequency per day from Bristol to Cardiff is:

Around 54 buses per day.
8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route to Cardiff from Bristol as scheduled services by bus or train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Cardiff:

Buses from Bristol to Cardiff most often leave from Bristol, Airport and arrive in Cardiff, Lloyd George Ave / Herbert Street.
Trains mostly leave from Bristol Temple Meads and tend to arrive in Cardiff Central.

The following travel companies offer services from Bristol to Cardiff:

Megabus, FlixBus or National Express can take you to Cardiff by bus. If searching for a good deal on buses, you can find tickets for FlixBus from Bristol to Cardiff for $5 (€4).
Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country or first_great_western can take you to Cardiff by train. If searching for a good deal on trains, you can find tickets for Great Western Rail from Bristol to Cardiff for $9 (€8).

Yes, there are direct services available from Bristol to Cardiff with the following travel companies:

Direct buses with Megabus, FlixBus or National Express with 45 direct buses per day.
Direct train available with Great Western Rail, Cross Country or first_great_western 5 direct trains per day.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Cardiff as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Bristol and Cardiff.

Many of our customers traveling from Bristol to Cardiff don't make Cardiff their final stop. Some of the destinations worth visiting after Cardiff are London, Manchester, Birmingham or Edinburgh, either of which you could add to your trip itinerary. Check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel from Cardiff to any of these top destinations today!

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