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Outbound fromCathays to Bristol Temple Meads by train
It takes an average of 2h 6m to travel from Cathays to Bristol Temple Meads by train, over a distance of around 26 miles (42 km). There are normally 75 trains per day travelling from Cathays to Bristol Temple Meads and tickets for this journey start from £13.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:39 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:45 | |
| Departure station | Cathays | |
| Arrival station | Bristol Temple Meads | |
| Journey time | From 1h 2m | |
| Distance | 26 miles (42 km) | |
| Frequency | 75 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £13.20 | |
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Travelling from Cathays to Bristol Temple Meads by train
Looking to travel from Cathays to Bristol Temple Meads by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 6 minutes to travel from Cathays to Bristol Temple Meads by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 2 minutes though. You'll usually find 75 trains per day running along the 26 miles (42 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Bristol Temple Meads, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry to get to Bristol Temple Meads. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Cathays to Bristol Temple Meads in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £13.20.
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Cheap train tickets from Cathays to Bristol Temple Meads
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Cathays to Bristol Temple Meads is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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