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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 44 min and costs £15 - £35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Temple Meads Stn and arriving at Millennium Centre via Bus Station, Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

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

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 44 min.

How far is it from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Bay is 38 miles. The road distance is 43.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £15 - £35.

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

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central takes 44 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay?

The best way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 44 min and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £26 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay bus arrive?

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay is 43 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay?

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Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
44 min
£15–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
2h 22m
£11–26
Drive 42.9 mi
1. Drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Baycar 42.9 mi
55 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Baytaxi 42.9 mi
55 min
£110–140

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay by train

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Distance: 37.8 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 44 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £8–20 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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