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

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff is to bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bridgend College and arriving at Brunel Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bridgend and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Bridgend to Cardiff?

The distance between Bridgend and Cardiff is 20 miles. The road distance is 20.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £6 - £15.

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

The train from Bridgend to Cardiff Central takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Cardiff bus from?

Bridgend to Cardiff bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Bridgend College station.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Bridgend to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff is to train which takes 28 min and costs £6 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 58 min.

Where does the Bridgend to Cardiff bus arrive?

Bridgend to Cardiff bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Brunel Street station.

Where does the Bridgend to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bridgend to Cardiff?

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Bridgend 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 / ...
28 min
£6–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bridgend College to Brunel Streetbus X2
58 min
£4–7
Drive 20.6 mi
1. Drive from Bridgend to Cardiffcar 20.6 mi
27 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bridgend to Cardifftaxi 20.6 mi
27 min
£90–120

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Distance: 20.1 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bridgend to Cardiff Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 28 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, First South & West Wales operates a bus from Bridgend College to Brunel Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 58 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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