It takes an average of 37m to travel from Bridgend to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 17 miles (28 km). There are normally 163 trains per day travelling from Bridgend to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £5.40 when you book in advance.
First train | 03:14 | |
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Last train | 00:04 | |
Departure station | Bridgend | |
Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
Journey time | From 20m | |
Distance | 17 miles (28 km) | |
Frequency | 163 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £5.40 | |
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Planning a trip to the Welsh capital and need more information on how to travel from Bridgend to Cardiff Central by train? Look no further!
Usually, the journey time from Bridgend to Cardiff Central is around 41 minutes. However, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 20 minutes. On this route, there are around 97 direct trains running each day, so you don’t need to make any changes along the way.
If you’re travelling on this route, you’ll jump on a train at Bridgend station operated by either Transport for Wales or Great Western Railway. No matter who you travel with, you’ll enjoy onboard amenities such as comfortable seating and free WiFi on most services. After just 20 minutes, your train will arrive at Cardiff Central.
Once you’ve hopped off the train and left the station, you can start to explore everything Cardiff has to offer, such as Cardiff Castle and National Museum Cardiff. If you’d like to explore more of Wales, check out our guide to 8 of the best day trips from Cardiff by train.
If you’re hoping to save money on your train tickets, try travelling at Off-Peak times, as tickets tend to be cheaper during quieter travel times on weekdays and weekends. To save more, get a Railcard and you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
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The average journey time by train between Bridgend and Cardiff Central is 37 minutes, with around 163 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Bridgend to Cardiff Central is 20 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Bridgend to Cardiff Central can start from as little as £5.40 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Bridgend to Cardiff Central without having to change trains. There are 163 direct trains from Bridgend to Cardiff Central each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Bridgend to Cardiff Central leaves at 03:14. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Bridgend to Cardiff Central leaves at 00:04. 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.
Trains travelling from Bridgend to Cardiff Central cover a distance of around 17 miles (28 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cardiff Central to Bridgend.
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