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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cathays (CYS)
- Cheapest price on 15 Nov
- £13
- Average ticket price on 15 Nov
- £13
- Fastest journey on 15 Nov
- 1 h 17 m
- Average journey duration on 15 Nov
- 1 h 20 m
- Trains on 15 Nov
- 2
- Distance
- 42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cathays (CYS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cathays (CYS) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Sun 15 Nov, we found 2 trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cathays (CYS), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
16:43 1h23 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 18:06 Cathays (CYS) £13 1 One-way 0 changes15:15 1h17 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 16:32 Cathays (CYS) £13 1 One-way 0 changes
15:15 1h17 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 16:32 Cathays (CYS) £13 1 One-way 0 changes16:43 1h23 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 18:06 Cathays (CYS) £13 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cathays (CYS)
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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cathays (CYS) run on average 26 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 49m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 26 |
Fastest train 49m |
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Frequently asked questions about your Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cathays (CYS) trip
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Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cathays (CYS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cathays (CYS) trains for today, Saturday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C42702+ W44427 | On time 12:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h17 | 13:32 Cathays (CYS) | 1 change | |
| V26180+W44404 | On time 12:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h07 | 14:02 Cathays (CYS) | 1 change | |
| C42703+W44441 | On time 13:16 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h16 | 14:32 Cathays (CYS) | 1 change | |
| Y41801 · W34625+W44709 | On time 13:38 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h24 | 15:02 Cathays (CYS) | 2 changes | |
| W34995+G38757 | On time 13:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h08 | 15:07 Cathays (CYS) | 1 change |
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FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cathays (CYS) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Cathays (CYS)
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cathays (CYS) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Cathays (CYS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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