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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Caerphilly
Showing times and prices for 07 May
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
45 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Caerphilly is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Caerphilly will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Fast trains
To travel from Bristol to Caerphilly you need to make at least one change.
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5:531h18Bristol7:11Caerphilly£341One-way1 change- 6:281h26Bristol7:54Caerphilly£341One-way1 change
- 6:571h14Bristol8:11Caerphilly£341One-way1 change
- 7:071h23Bristol8:30Caerphilly£341One-way1 change
- 7:241h30Bristol8:54Caerphilly£341One-way1 change
- 11:291h12Bristol12:41Caerphilly£341One-way1 change
- 8:581h13Bristol10:11Caerphilly£341One-way1 change
- 10:281h13Bristol11:41Caerphilly£341One-way1 change
- 6:571h14Bristol8:11Caerphilly£341One-way1 change
- 9:271h14Bristol10:41Caerphilly£341One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bristol to Caerphilly
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Caerphilly among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 45 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£41 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol to Caerphilly train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Caerphilly trains for today, Wednesday 6 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:30 Bristol | 1h30 | 21:00 Caerphilly | 1 change | |
| 19:57 Bristol | 1h33 | 21:30 Caerphilly | 1 change | |
| 20:09 Bristol | 1h21 | 21:30 Caerphilly | 2 changes | |
| 20:21 Bristol | 1h39 | 22:00 Caerphilly | 1 change | |
 | 20:33 Bristol | 1h27 | 22:00 Caerphilly | 2 changes | |
| 5:20 Bristol | 1h34 | 6:54 Caerphilly | 1 change | |
| 5:53 Bristol | 1h18 | 7:11 Caerphilly | 1 change | |
| 6:28 Bristol | 1h26 | 7:54 Caerphilly | 1 change | |
| 6:57 Bristol | 1h14 | 8:11 Caerphilly | 1 change | |
| 7:07 Bristol | 1h23 | 8:30 Caerphilly | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Bristol to Caerphilly trains with Omio?
Great Western Railway as well as Cross Country or first_great_western offer trains services from Bristol to Caerphilly.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol to Caerphilly.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Caerphilly.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol to Caerphilly.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Caerphilly.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Caerphilly
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Caerphilly run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 1h 13m.
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 £7
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 22:47 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 35 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 £7
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, first_great_western from Bristol to Caerphilly trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Caerphilly from £7. 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 15m
Cheapest Price
£23
Great Western Railway frequency
10 a day
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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
£36
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 13m
Cheapest Price
£35
first_great_western frequency
49 a day
FAQs: Bristol to Caerphilly train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Caerphilly 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 Caerphilly, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Caerphilly can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £41.
The train journey from Bristol to Caerphilly covers a distance of 45 km and takes approximately 1h 13m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Bristol to Caerphilly is 45 km.
The first train from Bristol to Caerphilly leaves at 5:20.
The last train from Bristol to Caerphilly departs at 22:47.
Trains from Bristol to Caerphilly run approximately 12 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Caerphilly.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Caerphilly.
To get from Bristol to Caerphilly, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Caerphilly.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Caerphilly is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Caerphilly station (CPH).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Caerphilly is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Bristol to Caerphilly in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol to Caerphilly offers views of the lush Welsh countryside, including rolling hills and picturesque villages, making it a pleasant and scenic experience for travellers.
Yes, a day trip from Bristol to Caerphilly is feasible. The journey takes 1h 13m, covering a distance of 45 km. Trains run 9 times per day.
Two to three days in Caerphilly is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including Caerphilly Castle, the scenic countryside, and local markets.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Caerphilly.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Caerphilly
Bristol
Caerphilly
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Caerphilly.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
ShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
11 kmWifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
Dining
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Taxis
- Outside the main terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £1
Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
Shower
- Cost £10
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
Public transport options for Bristol, Airport
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms. Please note that access to the platforms is via steep ramps. 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station entrance.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Bedminster
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Bristol - bus stop outside ASDA East Street. Towards Weston super Mare, bus stop on Dalby Avenue by Artworks
The major train station for arrivals in Caerphilly is Caerphilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Caerphilly for your journey to Caerphilly from Bristol.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:30 - 12:50 Sunday Closed
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Convenience store
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Platform 1 (for Cardiff) has level access. Platform 2 (for Rhymney) is accessible only by a footbridge or by a steep ramp.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Low level/text public phones
- 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.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near the station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Caerphilly
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside station adjacent to taxi rank
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Wheelchair users, mobility scooter users and customers with reduced mobility may find the steep ramps leading from Nantgarw Road to both platforms difficult to negotiate.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine takes debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Aber
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use the bus stops under the bridge on Nantgarw Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access is available to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a long moderately steep ramp. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Rhymney) from the car park on Llwyn-On Street. Both platforms are connected via a subway with a moderately steep footpath.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
Public transport options for Energlyn & Churchill Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the entrance to the station car park
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