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Arbroath to Bridgend by train

First train

05:49

Last train

21:44

Departure station

Arbroath

Arrival station

Bridgend

Journey time

From 8h 14m

Distance

351 miles (565 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales

Take the train from Arbroath to Bridgend in 8 hours 14 minutes

If you want to travel from Arbroath to Bridgend by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Arbroath to Bridgend by train to take around 9 hours 2 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 8 hours 14 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 351 miles (565 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Bridgend. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Arbroath to Bridgend are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Arbroath to Bridgend? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Arbroath and Bridgend by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Arbroath to Bridgend is 8 hours and 14 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Arbroath to Bridgend?

No, there are no direct train services from Arbroath to Bridgend. Travelling from Arbroath to Bridgend by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Arbroath to Bridgend leave?

The first train from Arbroath to Bridgend leaves at 05:49. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Arbroath to Bridgend leave?

The last train from Arbroath to Bridgend leaves at 21:44. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Arbroath and Bridgend by train?

Trains travelling from Arbroath to Bridgend cover a distance of around 351 miles (565 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Arbroath to Bridgend

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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