Bridgwater to Cardiff train with Great Western Railway

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  • Great Western RailwayG15499
    13:291h53
    Bridgwater station (BWT)
    15:22Cardiff Central (CDF)
    £391One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15495
    9:291h50
    Bridgwater station (BWT)
    11:19Cardiff Central (CDF)
    £391One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15498
    12:291h47
    Bridgwater station (BWT)
    14:16Cardiff Central (CDF)
    £391One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15496
    10:291h48
    Bridgwater station (BWT)
    12:17Cardiff Central (CDF)
    £391One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15497
    11:202h02
    Bridgwater station (BWT)
    13:22Cardiff Central (CDF)
    £391One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bridgwater to Cardiff

The cheapest option from Bridgwater to Cardiff is coach, with an average price of £17. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bridgwater to Cardiff among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 41 km

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£36

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£17

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Cheapest option

2h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest option

1h 45m

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2h 58m

Average total duration

2h 28m

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Live departures

Bridgwater to Cardiff train times

The table below shows live departures for Bridgwater to Cardiff trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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Great Western Railway8:29 Bridgwater
1h52
10:21 Cardiff0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway11:29 Bridgwater
1h47
13:16 Cardiff0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway12:29 Bridgwater
1h47
14:16 Cardiff0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway18:21 Bridgwater
2h01
20:22 Cardiff0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Bridgwater to Cardiff by train or coach

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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Bridgwater to Cardiff.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bridgwater to Cardiff

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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Bridgwater to Cardiff, including 4 direct trains, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 1h 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Distance
41 km
Average train duration
1h 45m
Lowest ticket price
£30
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 35m
First train
5:07
Last train
22:47
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
6 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bridgwater to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bridgwater and Cardiff from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
£30
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
£31
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Bridgwater to Cardiff train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgwater to Cardiff by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Bridgwater to Cardiff is 41 km.
The first train from Bridgwater to Cardiff leaves at 5:07.
The last train from Bridgwater to Cardiff departs at 22:47.
Trains from Bridgwater to Cardiff run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bridgwater to Cardiff.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bridgwater and Cardiff. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Bridgwater to Cardiff, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bridgwater to Cardiff.
The train station in Bridgwater that goes to Cardiff is Bridgwater station (BWT), and it arrives at Cardiff Central (CDF).
Booking trains from Bridgwater to Cardiff in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bridgwater to Cardiff offers scenic views of the Somerset countryside and glimpses of the Severn Estuary, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
In Cardiff, you can enjoy performances at the Millennium Centre, explore the vibrant nightlife in the city centre, take a scenic boat tour around Cardiff Bay, and have an adventurous day at Cardiff International White Water. Visit Cardiff Market for shopping and dining, discover Cardiff Castle and St Fagans National Museum of History, explore Cardiff Bay's attractions, enjoy the National Museum Cardiff's collections, and relax in Bute Park.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Cardiff's main attractions, including Cardiff Castle, the National Museum Cardiff, and the revitalised Cardiff Bay area.
Yes, you can take the train from Bridgwater to Cardiff.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bridgwater and Cardiff

Most Bridgwater to Cardiff trains use the Bridgwater to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathays. Use this guide to compare Bridgwater and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bridgwater
Arrival train stations in Cardiff

Which Bridgwater station do trains to Cardiff leave from?

Trains from Bridgwater to Cardiff leave from Bridgwater. The station is 1 km from Bridgwater city centre at Bridgwater station, St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB.
BridgwaterBridgwater station, St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB+44 3451652030ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Bridgwater from Bridgwater city centre

Bus375 · 14m · £4 · every ~3 min

Bridgwater train station facilities and services

Bridgwater has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bridgwater.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bridgwater.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bridgwater: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bridgwater: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgwater: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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