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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff is to train which takes 49 min and costs £12 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Temple Meads Stn and arriving at University RE via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff?

The distance between Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff is 38 miles. The road distance is 42.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £12 - £29.

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

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff bus from?

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff train from?

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff is to train which takes 49 min and costs £12 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £15 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff bus arrive?

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff train arrive?

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff is 42 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1759+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Can I share a ride from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
49 min
£12–29
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Cardiffrideshare 41.8 mi
1h 22m
£4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to University REbus 216 / ...
1h 48m
£8–15
Drive 42.1 mi
1. Drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiffcar 42.1 mi
54 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardifftaxi 42.1 mi
54 min
£100–130

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 37.8 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Bristol Temple Meads, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 49 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to University RE hourly. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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