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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station is to bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station is to train which takes 26 min and costs £8 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Bridgend Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 and arriving at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Bridgend Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bridgend. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Bridgend Station is 20 miles. The road distance is 20.5 miles.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Bridgend takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station is to train which takes 26 min and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station is 20 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Bridgend Station?

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Can I share a ride from Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff Central Station and Bridgend Station. 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 Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bridgendtrain Ebbw Vale Town - Maesteg / ...
26 min
£8–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5bus X2
1h 14m
£3
Drive 20.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Stationcar 20.4 mi
27 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Stationtaxi 20.4 mi
27 min
£45–55
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Bridgendrideshare 19.7 mi
1h
£4

Cardiff Central Station to Bridgend Station by train

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Distance: 20.1 mi
Duration: 26 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bridgend every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 26 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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