How much is the train ticket from Cardiff to Bristol?

The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Bristol start at ZAR 183. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 402. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Cardiff to Bristol?

The average train trip from Cardiff to Bristol takes 45m and covers 43 km. The quickest train gets 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 30 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 7:18am. The latest train departs at 11:30pm.

What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance 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 ZAR 175

Next train departures

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on May 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	3:54pm	Cardiff Central	33m	4:27pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:27am	Cardiff Central	50m	8:17am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on May 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	3:54pm	Cardiff Central	33m	4:27pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:27am	Cardiff Central	49m	8:16am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on May 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	3:54pm	Cardiff Central	33m	4:27pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:27am	Cardiff Central	50m	8:17am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on May 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	3:54pm	Cardiff Central	33m	4:27pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:27am	Cardiff Central	50m	8:17am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on May 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	3:54pm	Cardiff Central	33m	4:27pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Cardiff Central	35m	7:58am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:27am	Cardiff Central	50m	8:17am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:49am	Cardiff Central	36m	8:25am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on May 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:18am	Cardiff Central	32m	7:50am	Bristol Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	7:18am	Cardiff Central	32m	7:50am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:27am	Cardiff Central	49m	8:16am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:50am	Cardiff Central	34m	8:24am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:50am	Cardiff Central	34m	8:24am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Bristol on May 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:00am	Cardiff Central	34m	9:34am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	4:20pm	Cardiff Central	33m	4:53pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	9:00am	Cardiff Central	34m	9:34am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	9:18am	Cardiff Central	56m	10:14am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	9:35am	Cardiff Central	37m	10:12am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go 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 ZAR 103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

59bus per day

1h 25mAverage Duration

39 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 103 - ZAR 868	Average Duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 183 - ZAR 830	Average Duration45m	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

Wi‑Fi4.0

CrossCountry

4.3/547 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.0

Wi‑Fi3.5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Bristol by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 at ZAR 183. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 402. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cardiff to Bristol?
The average train trip from Cardiff to Bristol takes 45m and covers 43 km. The quickest train gets 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 30 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 7:18am. The latest train departs at 11:30pm.
What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance 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

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ZAR 382

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ZAR 381

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Bristol was searched and found on May 2, 2026 with a price of ZAR 381

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 ZAR 381 to ZAR 782 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 ZAR 381 which is on 2026-05-08.