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Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central, starting from KWD 1.460 and averaging KWD 7.660. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 23m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 1.460
  • Mon, Jun 16
    From KWD 2.080
  • Tue, Jun 17
    From KWD 2.080
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From KWD 2.080
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From KWD 1.460
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From KWD 2.080
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From KWD 2.080
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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15:38
Bristol Temple Meads
18:22
Cardiff Central
2h 44m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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15:55
Bristol Temple Meads
17:45
Cardiff Central
1h 50m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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16:00
Bristol Temple Meads
17:23
Cardiff Central
1h 23m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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16:39
Bristol Temple Meads
18:26
Cardiff Central
1h 47m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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16:39
Bristol Temple Meads
19:24
Cardiff Central
2h 45m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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16:55
Bristol Temple Meads
18:45
Paris
1h 50m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
09:05
Last train
Last train
22:45
Departure station
Departure station
Bristol Temple Meads
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
1h 23m
Distance
Distance
27 miles
Price
Price
KWD 1.460*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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