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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
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Trains from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 50 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 19:28. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 46m.
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 41 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 50 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 19:28 |
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 (GWR) from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
46m
Cheapest Price
£32
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
50 a day
FAQs: Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £32, while the average price tends to be around £39.
The train journey from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) covers a distance of 41 km and takes approximately 46m. Trains run 50 per day.
The train distance from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is 41 km.
The first train from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) leaves at 5:07.
The last train from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) departs at 19:28.
Trains from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run approximately 50 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Yes, there is a direct train between Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI). The service operates 27 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway (GWR).
To travel from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is by train, costing approximately £32.
Booking trains from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cardiff Central Station to Bristol Temple Meads offers picturesque views of the Severn Estuary and stretches of the South Wales and West England countryside, making it a scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads is feasible with a journey taking 46m, covering a distance of 41 km. Trains run frequently at 25 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
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Bristol
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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
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