The average train between Bristol and South Wales takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol to South Wales. 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 hourly between Bristol and South Wales. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 11:04 PM which arrives into South Wales at 7:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at South Wales station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.
Bristol to South Wales train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to South Wales train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cwmbach station.
Book your Bristol to South Wales train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Bristol and South Wales is 61.8 km. The road distance is 95 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cwmbach via Cardiff Central in around 2h 4m.