The train between Bristol and Cardiff Bay (Water) takes 1h 1m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Bristol to Cardiff Bay (Water). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run on demand between Bristol and Cardiff Bay (Water). Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 1m.
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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Cardiff Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.
Bristol to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
The distance between Bristol and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 39.7 km. The road distance is 74 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £16–29 and the journey takes 49 min. Two other operators also service this route.