What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bristol?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bristol is to bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bristol?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bristol is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Castle and Bristol?

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

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Castle and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Castle to Bristol?

The distance between Cardiff Castle and Bristol is 39 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £15 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Castle to Bristol?

The train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads takes 48 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Castle to Bristol bus from?

Cardiff Castle to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Castle to Bristol train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Castle to Bristol?

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bristol is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus via Sophia Gardens, which costs £8 - £20 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Bristol bus arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Bristol train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Castle to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Castle to Bristol is 42 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Cardiff Castle to Bristol.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff Castle to Bristol?

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Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2674+ hotels available in Bristol.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff Castle to Bristol?

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

Cardiff Castle to Bristol - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff Castle to Bristol by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
1h 1m
£15–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Bristolrideshare 41.9 mi
1h 6m
£4–9
Bus via Sophia Gardens
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
1h 19m
£8–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
1h 25m
£4–8
Drive 42 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Castle to Bristolcar 42 mi
53 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Castle to Bristoltaxi 42 mi
53 min
£110–140

Cardiff Castle to Bristol by foot and train

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Distance: 38.5 mi
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What companies run services between Cardiff Castle, Wales and Bristol, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 48 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £8–20 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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