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The cheapest and fastest trains from Caerphilly to Bridgend
Showing times and prices for 31 Mar
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
26 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caerphilly to Bridgend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caerphilly to Bridgend will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Fast trains
To travel from Caerphilly to Bridgend you need to make at least one change.
22:270h41Caerphilly23:08Bridgend£261One-way1 change
- 22:270h41Caerphilly23:08Bridgend£261One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Caerphilly to Bridgend
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Caerphilly to Bridgend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 26 km
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1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Caerphilly to Bridgend trains with Omio?
Great Western Railway as well as Transport for Wales or Transport for Wales offer trains services from Caerphilly to Bridgend.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Caerphilly to Bridgend.
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 Transport for Wales or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Caerphilly to Bridgend.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Caerphilly to Bridgend.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Caerphilly to Bridgend.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Caerphilly to Bridgend.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Caerphilly to Bridgend
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Caerphilly to Bridgend run on average 19 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 1h 0m.
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
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 04:11 |
Last train 23:00 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales from Caerphilly to Bridgend trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Caerphilly and Bridgend from £6. 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
52m
Cheapest Price
£6
Great Western Railway frequency
1 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
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£6
Transport for Wales frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Caerphilly to Bridgend train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caerphilly to Bridgend 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 Bridgend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Caerphilly to Bridgend can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Caerphilly to Bridgend covers a distance of 26 km and takes approximately 1h 0m. Trains run 19 per day.
The train distance from Caerphilly to Bridgend is 26 km.
The first train from Caerphilly to Bridgend leaves at 4:11.
The last train from Caerphilly to Bridgend departs at 23:00.
Trains from Caerphilly to Bridgend run approximately 19 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Caerphilly to Bridgend.
Yes, there is a direct train between Caerphilly and Bridgend. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
To get from Caerphilly to Bridgend, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Caerphilly to Bridgend.
The train station in Caerphilly that goes to Bridgend is Caerphilly station (CPH), and it arrives at Bridgend station (BGN).
The cheapest way to get from Caerphilly to Bridgend is by train, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Caerphilly to Bridgend in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Caerphilly to Bridgend offers scenic views of the Welsh countryside, featuring rolling hills, lush greenery, and charming rural landscapes, making it a pleasant trip for nature enthusiasts.
Yes, a day trip from Caerphilly to Bridgend is feasible. The journey takes 1h 0m and the distance is 26 km. Trains run 19 times per day.
A visit to Bridgend can be comfortably enjoyed over two to three days, allowing time to explore local attractions such as Bryngarw Country Park, the town centre, and nearby coastal areas like Porthcawl.
Yes, you can take the train from Caerphilly to Bridgend.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Caerphilly and Bridgend
Caerphilly
Bridgend
The major train station for departures in Caerphilly is Aber. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Aber for your trip from Caerphilly to Bridgend.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike 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
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Information 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 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
The major train station for arrivals in Bridgend is Bridgend. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bridgend for your journey to Bridgend from Caerphilly.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts.
- 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(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Bridgend
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station entrance
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to the platform via a footpath with moderate gradient from Litchard Terrace.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Wildmill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on Wildmill Lane adjacent to Litchard Mission Hall
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