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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to bus which costs £9 - £14 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which takes 56 min and costs £16 - £35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Temple Meads Stn and arriving at Prospect Place via Bristol Bus Station and Westgate Street KG. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

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

The distance between Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 39 miles. The road distance is 46.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs £16 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water), including transfers.

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

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The best way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which takes 56 min and costs £16 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 2h 42m.

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

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

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

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

Can I drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water) is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water).

Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay (Water)?

There are 1726+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay (Water).

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water) - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water) 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 / ...
56 min
£16–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
2h 42m
£9–14
Drive 45.9 mi
1. Drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water)car 45.9 mi
1h 7m
£12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water)taxi 45.9 mi
1h 7m
£120–150

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train and bus

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Distance: 39.2 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Bristol Temple Meads, England and Cardiff Bay (Water), 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, FlixBus operates a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Road hourly. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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