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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo is to bus and line 8 bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £6 - £10 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bristol Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at College Road via The Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo?

The distance between Cardiff and Bristol Zoo is 46 miles. The road distance is 40.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo without a car is to train and line 8 bus which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Cardiff to Bristol Zoo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bristol Zoo is 40 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Cardiff to Bristol Zoo.

Where can I stay near Bristol Zoo?

There are 2565+ hotels available in Bristol Zoo.

Cardiff to Bristol Zoo - 5 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 8 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Temple Meads Stn to College Roadbus 8
1h 29m
£17–34
Bus, line 8 bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Haymarket to College Roadbus 8
1h 46m
£6–10
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Haymarket to College Roadbus 8
1h 36m
£10–23
Drive 40.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bristol Zoocar 40.1 mi
55 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Bristol Zootaxi 40.1 mi
55 min
£100–130

Cardiff to Bristol Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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1h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 46 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bristol Zoo via Bus Station, The Haymarket, and College Road in around 1h 36m.

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