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Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
A major city museum with art, natural history and local collections in a grand building, suitable for a broad half-day visit.
Buses from Cardiff to Stoke Gifford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 44 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 44 km |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
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A major city museum with art, natural history and local collections in a grand building, suitable for a broad half-day visit.
A Georgian townhouse museum presenting Bristol life, trade and domestic interiors through period rooms and changing displays.
A contemporary art space at UWE Bower Ashton with exhibitions by regional and international artists, worth visiting for current work.
A waterside walking area with museums, harbour views and restored industrial buildings, lively by day and easy to explore on foot.
A large public park with a lake, woodland walks, miniature railway and open space, ideal for a relaxed outing near Stoke Gifford.
A landscaped park by the River Frome with play areas, woodland and a riverside path, popular with local walkers and families.
A soft white bap filled with hot carved beef, often with horseradish or mustard. A long-standing Bristol-area market and pub favourite.
A traditional West Country cheese from nearby Somerset, known for its rich, nutty flavour and strong farming heritage across the region.
A regional cider made from local apples. The West Country is one of England’s best-known cider-producing areas, and it is widely drunk locally.
Popular local Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere close to Stoke Gifford.
Smart casual restaurant and bar at Aztec West, serving British and European dishes, steaks and brunch in a polished hotel setting.
Reliable pub restaurant near Stoke Gifford, serving British classics, grills and Sunday roasts in a modern, family-friendly setting.
Moderate for the Bristol area. Dining and coffee are fairly typical for southern England, while nearby Bristol accommodation and transport can raise overall visitor costs.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares may be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually small change.
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UWE East Gate, Stoke Gifford, Bristol -> Bristol Bus Station, Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Stoke Gifford by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stoke Gifford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cardiff to Stoke Gifford buses use the Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Stoke Gifford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens). ATMs are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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