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Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend by train

First train

14:00

Last train

22:50

Departure station

Sutton Coldfield

Arrival station

Bridgend

Journey time

From 2h 59m

Distance

104 miles (168 km)

Frequency

12 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to travel from Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend? Look no further.

You'll usually find 12 trains per day running between Sutton Coldfield and Bridgend, which usually take 3 hours 48 minutes to complete the 104 miles (168 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 59 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Bridgend by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Bridgend? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend take?

The average journey time by train between Sutton Coldfield and Bridgend is 3 hours and 48 minutes, with around 12 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.

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

The fastest journey time by train from Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend is 2 hours and 59 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend?

No, there are no direct train services from Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend. Travelling from Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend leave?

The first train from Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend leaves at 14:00. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend leave?

The last train from Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend leaves at 22:50. 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 Sutton Coldfield and Bridgend by train?

Trains travelling from Sutton Coldfield to Bridgend cover a distance of around 104 miles (168 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Sutton Coldfield 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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