The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
To travel from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) you need to make at least one change.
G66779 · G0116118:101h56Bristol Parkway (BPW)20:06Cardiff Central (CDF)£111One-way1 change
G66735 · G0110211:092h16Bristol Parkway (BPW)13:25Cardiff Central (CDF)£121One-way1 change
G01060 · G010927:421h43Bristol Parkway (BPW)9:25Cardiff Central (CDF)£121One-way1 change
G00735 · G0112419:421h44Bristol Parkway (BPW)21:26Cardiff Central (CDF)£121One-way1 change
G00928 · G0112720:421h53Bristol Parkway (BPW)22:35Cardiff Central (CDF)£121One-way1 change
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G388636:351h10Bristol Parkway (BPW)7:45Cardiff Central (CDF)£131One-way1 change
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G395857:421h17Bristol Parkway (BPW)8:59Cardiff Central (CDF)£131One-way1 change
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Y634896:551h21Bristol Parkway (BPW)8:16Cardiff Central (CDF)£131One-way1 change
GW574700 · W354157:001h39Bristol Parkway (BPW)8:39Cardiff Central (CDF)£131One-way1 change
G01060 · G010927:421h43Bristol Parkway (BPW)9:25Cardiff Central (CDF)£121One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 44 km
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Live departures
Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00883 · G01114 | On time 15:09 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2h17 | 17:26 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW578900+ G38927 | On time 16:05 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h12 | 17:17 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G00888 · G01118 | On time 16:09 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2h20 | 18:29 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW573600+ G39627 | On time 16:40 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h19 | 17:59 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW578700+ G01118 | On time 17:05 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h24 | 18:29 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW578600+ G39630 | On time 17:37 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h24 | 19:01 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW578500+ G38928 | On time 18:05 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h15 | 19:20 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G66779 · G01161 | On time 18:10 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h56 | 20:06 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW573200+ G39636 | On time 18:45 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h14 | 19:59 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW578300 · G14944 | On time 19:10 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h27 | 20:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G00735 · G01124 | On time 19:42 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h44 | 21:26 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW573100+ G39638 | On time 19:45 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h14 | 20:59 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW578100+ G39948 | On time 20:05 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h10 | 21:15 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW578000+ G38892 | On time 20:40 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h15 | 21:55 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G00928 · G01127 | On time 20:42 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h53 | 22:35 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW573000+ G39642 | On time 20:46 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h17 | 22:03 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW577900+ G01127 | On time 21:20 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h15 | 22:35 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW577800 · G14945 | On time 21:40 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h10 | 22:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 4 June | |||||
GW580800+ G38863 | 6:35 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h10 | 7:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW580700+ Y63489 | 6:55 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h21 | 8:16 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW574700 · W35415 | 7:00 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h39 | 8:39 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G01060 · G01092 | 7:42 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h43 | 9:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
GW574600+ G39585 | 7:42 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 1h17 | 8:59 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G00854 · G01098 | 9:09 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2h16 | 11:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G66735 · G01102 | 11:09 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2h16 | 13:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Trains from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 31m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 0:24 |
Last train 22:04 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
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FAQs: Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Parkway (BPW) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:00 Saturday 06:50 - 18:00 Sunday 08:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
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