Facts about the transport from Bristol to Cardiff
| Cheapest Transport | $7 |
| Fastest Transport | 45m |
| Earliest Departure | 12:10 ночи |
| Latest Departure | 11:35 вечера |
| Departures per day | 45 |
| Distance | 38 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | FlixBus, GWR, National Express |
Bristol to Cardiff
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Bristol to Cardiff Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Megabus | Standard AC | 00:03 | 02:25 | $17.89 | |
Bus | National Express | Standard AC | 04:35 | 05:45 | $16.55 | |
Flight | TUI fly UK | Economy | 06:00 | 15:40 | $211.18 | |
Flight | TUI fly UK | Economy | 06:25 | 19:50 | $271.52 | |
Flight | TUI fly UK | Economy | 06:45 | 12:15 | $162.45 | |
Flight | Jet2 | Economy | 07:15 | 14:20 | $265.14 | |
Train | GWR | Standard | 07:57 | 08:48 | $30.67 | |
Train | GWR | Standard Premier | 08:24 | 09:10 | $42.84 | |
Train | GWR | Standard | 08:45 | 10:50 | $24.54 | |
Train | GWR | Standard | 09:04 | 09:35 | $20.94 | |
Train | GWR | Standard | 09:26 | 10:11 | $20.90 | |
Train | GWR | Standard | 09:55 | 11:20 | $21.35 | |
Train | CrossCountry | Standard | 10:22 | 11:04 | $12.10 | |
Train | GWR | Standard | 10:40 | 11:22 | $24.07 | |
Bus | Megabus | Standard AC | 11:13 | 14:05 | $17.89 | |
Bus | National Express | Standard AC | 12:45 | 14:05 | $12.28 | |
Bus | National Express | Standard AC | 13:35 | 15:00 | $40.14 | |
Train | GWR | Standard | 14:01 | 14:49 | $24.07 | |
Train | GWR | Standard | 14:27 | 15:22 | $24.07 | |
Bus | National Express | Standard AC | 14:45 | 16:20 | $10.14 |
How to get from Bristol to Cardiff
Travelling between Bristol and Cardiff is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 46.14 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 6.44.
How long does it take to get from Bristol to Cardiff?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 2 hours to travel between Bristol and Cardiff depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Bristol and Cardiff. Train will bring you to your destination in 45m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1h 40m to reach Cardiff.
How much does it cost to get from Bristol to Cardiff?
Travelling between Bristol and Cardiff can be as cheap as USD 6.44 if you opt for a FlixBus bus and as expensive as USD 46.14 if you buy a GWR Train ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Bristol and Cardiff ?
- 35 from Bristol to Cardiff starting from 00:10 Bristol Bus Station until 23:35 Bristol Bus Station
- 10 from Bristol to Cardiff starting from 08:24 Bristol Temple Meads until 15:28 Bristol Temple Meads
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bristol to Cardiff.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Bristol to Cardiff overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Bristol and Cardiff
FlixBus, National Express
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Bristol to Cardiff?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus
Transportation from Bristol to Cardiff
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Trains$ 27.07
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Buses$ 6.77
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available