The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardigan to Bristol
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardigan to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardigan to Bristol will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cardigan for Bristol every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.




Live departures
Cardigan to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardigan to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:30 Cardigan | 3h47 | 13:17 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:30 Cardigan | 3h21 | 15:51 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardigan to Bristol
Trains from Cardigan to Bristol run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 21:43 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardigan to Bristol trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardigan and Bristol from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardigan to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardigan to Bristol 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardigan and Bristol
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- 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
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- 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
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- 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
- Located near the main entrance.
- 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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