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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bristol to Cardiff

Composite routes from Bristol to Cardiff

Cheapest
55 min
Car
71 km.
from $3
Other
1 h 20 min
Bus
41 km.
from €10.87
Details

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

Megabus UK

Email:
enquiries@megabus.com
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Bristol to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.70–$10.76

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$63.29

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$37.97–$75.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Cardiff is to rideshare which costs $4.89 - $9.24 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Cardiff is to train which takes 48 min and costs $21.74 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bristol Bus Station station and arriving at Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Bristol to Cardiff?

The distance between Bristol and Cardiff is 61 km. The road distance is 69.5 km.

How do I travel from Bristol to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs $21.74 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Cardiff?

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central takes 48 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Cardiff bus from?

Bristol to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Cardiff train from?

Bristol to Cardiff train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Bristol to Cardiff is to train which takes 48 min and costs $21.74 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.87 - $26.09 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Bristol to Cardiff bus arrive?

Bristol to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave station.

Where does the Bristol to Cardiff train arrive?

Bristol to Cardiff train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Cardiff is 69 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Bristol to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Cardiff?

Book your Bristol to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Cardiff?

Book your Bristol to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1271+ hotels available in Cardiff. Prices start at $55.55 per night.

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Cardiff?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bristol and Cardiff. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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