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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)

Showing times and prices for 20 Mar

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

32 m

Average duration

37 m

Trains per day

Distance

44 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Bristol Parkway (BPW) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 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.

Cheapest

Y22121

15:300h49

Cardiff Central (CDF)

16:19Bristol Parkway (BPW)

£171One-way

1 change

Cheapest

Y22214

15:180h36

Cardiff Central (CDF)

15:54Bristol Parkway (BPW)

£171One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

Y22123

16:270h52

Cardiff Central (CDF)

17:19Bristol Parkway (BPW)

£171One-way

1 change

Cheapest

Y22213

14:540h32

Cardiff Central (CDF)

15:26Bristol Parkway (BPW)

£171One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

Y22216

16:210h33

Cardiff Central (CDF)

16:54Bristol Parkway (BPW)

£171One-way

0 changes

Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 20 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Great Western Rail Y22213 Great Western RailY22213	14:54 Cardiff Central (CDF)	0h32	15:26 Bristol Parkway (BPW)	0 changesDirect
Great Western Rail Y22214 Great Western RailY22214	15:18 Cardiff Central (CDF)	0h36	15:54 Bristol Parkway (BPW)	0 changesDirect
Great Western Rail Y22121 Great Western RailY22121	15:30 Cardiff Central (CDF)	0h49	16:19 Bristol Parkway (BPW)	1 change
Great Western Rail Y22215 Great Western RailY22215	15:54 Cardiff Central (CDF)	0h33	16:27 Bristol Parkway (BPW)	0 changesDirect
Great Western Rail Y22216 Great Western RailY22216	16:21 Cardiff Central (CDF)	0h33	16:54 Bristol Parkway (BPW)	0 changesDirect
Great Western Rail Y22123 Great Western RailY22123	16:27 Cardiff Central (CDF)	0h52	17:19 Bristol Parkway (BPW)	1 change
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 by bus.

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 £5

Distance

44 km

Average train duration

43m

Cheapest ticket price

£5

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

32m

First train

05:07

Last train

22:18

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £5

Train providers: Great Western Rail and first_great_western trains Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)

You can travel by train to Bristol Parkway (BPW) from Cardiff Central (CDF) with Great Western Rail and first_great_western for as low as £4. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

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.

Great Western Rail from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) train information:

Average Duration: 32 min
Cheapest Price: £4

FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW).

Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) is £12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Bristol Parkway (BPW) from Cardiff Central (CDF) is on average 32 min for the 27 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Bristol Parkway (BPW) from Cardiff Central (CDF) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) leaves at 04: 54. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) leaves at 21: 18.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) without having to change trains with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. There are 6 direct trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW), you can count on Great Western Rail or first_great_western for the best way to get you to Bristol Parkway (BPW). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Bristol Parkway (BPW) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 18.

A day trip to Bristol Parkway (BPW) from Cardiff Central (CDF) is worth doing with a journey time of 32 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) by train is April.

You have options as you can travel to Bristol Parkway (BPW) from Cardiff Central (CDF) 2 different ways: train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Bristol Parkway (BPW)

Cardiff

Stoke Gifford

The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Stoke Gifford.

Cardiff Central Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
Sun: 07:30 - 21:30

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Shopping

Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store

Parking

Car Park: Brewery Car park

Dining

Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
Pret a Manger
Tesco Express

Taxis

Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance

Accessibility

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

Hotel

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Travelodge Cardiff Central

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.

Ticket Office

Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
Sun: 07:30 - 21:30

Public transport options for Cardiff Central

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)