How much is the train ticket from Cardiff to Bristol?

The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Bristol start from SEK 102. The average price for this train route is around SEK 225. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Bristol?

The average train journey time from Cardiff to Bristol is 46m, covering a distance of 43 km. The quickest train can get you there in 32m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Bristol route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 29 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway , CrossCountry .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Bristol?

The earliest train from Cardiff to Bristol departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 23:30.

Which is the best train operator from Cardiff to Bristol?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 47 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cardiff to Bristol?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Cardiff to Bristol?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cardiff to Bristol?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Train Cardiff to Bristol from SEK 98

Next train departures

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 5 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:18	Cardiff Central	35m	08:53	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	15:54	Cardiff Central	33m	16:27	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	08:18	Cardiff Central	35m	08:53	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	15:18	Cardiff Central	37m	15:55	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	15:18	Cardiff Central	37m	15:55	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 6 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:23	Cardiff Central	35m	07:58	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	15:54	Cardiff Central	33m	16:27	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:23	Cardiff Central	35m	07:58	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:27	Cardiff Central	50m	08:17	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:49	Cardiff Central	36m	08:25	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 7 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:23	Cardiff Central	35m	07:58	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	15:54	Cardiff Central	33m	16:27	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:23	Cardiff Central	35m	07:58	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:27	Cardiff Central	50m	08:17	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:49	Cardiff Central	36m	08:25	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 8 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:23	Cardiff Central	35m	07:58	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	15:54	Cardiff Central	33m	16:27	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:23	Cardiff Central	35m	07:58	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:27	Cardiff Central	50m	08:17	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:49	Cardiff Central	36m	08:25	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 9 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:18	Cardiff Central	32m	07:50	Bristol Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	07:18	Cardiff Central	32m	07:50	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:27	Cardiff Central	49m	08:16	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:50	Cardiff Central	34m	08:24	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:50	Cardiff Central	34m	08:24	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 10 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:00	Cardiff Central	34m	09:34	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	16:20	Cardiff Central	33m	16:53	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	09:00	Cardiff Central	34m	09:34	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	09:18	Cardiff Central	56m	10:14	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	09:35	Cardiff Central	37m	10:12	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 11 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:23	Cardiff Central	35m	07:58	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	15:54	Cardiff Central	33m	16:27	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:23	Cardiff Central	35m	07:58	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:27	Cardiff Central	50m	08:17	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:49	Cardiff Central	36m	08:25	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 12 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:23	Cardiff Central	35m	07:58	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	15:54	Cardiff Central	33m	16:27	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:23	Cardiff Central	35m	07:58	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:27	Cardiff Central	50m	08:17	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	07:49	Cardiff Central	36m	08:25	Bristol Parkway	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cardiff to Bristol

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

58bus per day

1h 25mAverage duration

39 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceSEK 58 - SEK 485	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceSEK 102 - SEK 462	Average duration46m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cardiff and Bristol?

Cardiff

A
Cardiff Central
Cardiff Central, UK
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Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Filton
594 Filton Ave, Bristol BS7 0QQ, UK

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4.0/542 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4.0

CrossCountry

4.3/547 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.0

WiFi3.5

GB train companies: RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Bristol by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Cardiff to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Bristol start from SEK 102. The average price for this train route is around SEK 225. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Bristol?
The average train journey time from Cardiff to Bristol is 46m, covering a distance of 43 km. The quickest train can get you there in 32m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Bristol route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 29 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Bristol?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Bristol departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 23:30.
Which is the best train operator from Cardiff to Bristol?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 47 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cardiff to Bristol?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Cardiff to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cardiff to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

03/05

SEK 213

04/05

SEK 212

Today

SEK 212

06/05

SEK 212

07/05

SEK 212

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SEK 212

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SEK 212

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SEK 212

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Bristol was searched and found on 05 May 2026 with a price of SEK 212

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Bristol as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from SEK 212 to SEK 435 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 212, which is on 2026-05-06.