What is the cheapest way to get from Bridgend Station to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend Station to Cardiff is to bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bridgend Station to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Bridgend Station to Cardiff is to train which takes 27 min and costs £8 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend Station and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9 station and arriving at Despenser Gardens. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend Station and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bridgend and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Bridgend Station to Cardiff?

The distance between Bridgend Station and Cardiff is 20 miles. The road distance is 20.8 miles.

How do I travel from Bridgend Station to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Bridgend Station to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £8 - £18.

How long does it take to get from Bridgend Station to Cardiff?

The train from Bridgend to Cardiff Central takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bridgend Station to Cardiff bus from?

Bridgend Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9.

Where do I catch the Bridgend Station to Cardiff train from?

Bridgend Station to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bridgend station.

Train or bus from Bridgend Station to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Bridgend Station to Cardiff is to train which takes 27 min and costs £8 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Bridgend Station to Cardiff bus arrive?

Bridgend Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Despenser Gardens station.

Where does the Bridgend Station to Cardiff train arrive?

Bridgend Station to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bridgend Station to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend Station to Cardiff is 21 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Bridgend Station to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Bridgend Station to Cardiff?

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Bridgend Station to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Bridgend Station to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Cardiff Centraltrain Maesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
27 min
£8–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9 to Despenser Gardensbus X2
1h 14m
£3
Drive 20.7 mi
1. Drive from Bridgend Station to Cardiffcar 20.7 mi
27 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bridgend Station to Cardifftaxi 20.7 mi
27 min
£45–60

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Distance: 20.1 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Bridgend Station, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bridgend to Cardiff Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 27 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, First South & West Wales operates a bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9 to Despenser Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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