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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station)
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- £31
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- £35
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 46 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 48 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 31
- Distance
- 41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) 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 Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
On Fri 13 Nov, we found 31 trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station), including 18 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 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.
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5:53 0h54 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 6:47 Cardiff Central £31 1 One-way 0 changes6:28 0h51 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 7:19 Cardiff Central £31 1 One-way 0 changes6:57 0h51 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 7:48 Cardiff Central £31 1 One-way 0 changes7:07 0h59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 8:06 Cardiff Central £31 1 One-way 0 changes7:24 0h55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 8:19 Cardiff Central £31 1 One-way 0 changes
12:36 0h46 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 13:22 Cardiff Central £31 1 One-way 0 changes8:58 0h48 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 9:46 Cardiff Central £31 1 One-way 0 changes11:29 0h48 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 12:17 Cardiff Central £31 1 One-way 0 changes12:57 0h48 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 13:45 Cardiff Central £31 1 One-way 0 changes9:27 0h49 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 10:16 Cardiff Central £31 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station)
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Take a train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) and enjoy the approximately 41 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:58.
Distance 41 km |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 22:58 |
Frequently asked questions about your Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) trip
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Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) trains for today, Thursday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h53 | 18:50 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:10 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h01 | 19:11 Cardiff Central | 1 change | |
| 18:27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h56 | 19:23 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:40 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h57 | 19:37 Cardiff Central | 1 change | |
| 18:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h55 | 19:53 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:04 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h10 | 20:14 Cardiff Central | 1 change | |
| 19:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h52 | 20:22 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:39 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h00 | 20:39 Cardiff Central | 1 change | |
| 19:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h49 | 20:46 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:09 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h53 | 21:02 Cardiff Central | 1 change | |
| 20:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h48 | 21:09 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 20:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h05 | 21:38 Cardiff Central | 1 change | |
| 20:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h48 | 21:45 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:26 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h51 | 22:17 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:43 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h05 | 22:48 Cardiff Central | 1 change | |
| 21:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h00 | 22:56 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h55 | 23:31 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:46 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h00 | 23:46 Cardiff Central | 1 change | |
| 22:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 23:57 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 13 November | |||||
| 5:20 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h01 | 6:21 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:53 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h54 | 6:47 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h51 | 7:19 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h51 | 7:48 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:07 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 8:06 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:10 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h56 | 8:06 Cardiff Central | 1 change | |
| 7:24 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h55 | 8:19 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:40 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h00 | 8:40 Cardiff Central | 1 change | |
| 7:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h53 | 8:50 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:08 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h00 | 9:08 Cardiff Central | 1 change | |
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Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station)
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) 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.
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