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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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NZD 16.30
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NZD 10.01
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NZD 16.30
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NZD 10.59
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NZD 10.01
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Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central, starting from NZD 10.01 and averaging NZD 16.95. The entire journey takes no more than 46m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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05:20
1h 1m, Direct
Bristol Temple Meads
06:21
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05:53
53m, Direct
Bristol Temple Meads
06:46
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06:28
51m, Direct
Bristol Temple Meads
07:19
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06:57
50m, Direct
Bristol Temple Meads
07:47
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07:07
58m, Direct
Bristol Temple Meads
08:05
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07:24
54m, Direct
Bristol Temple Meads
08:18
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Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central train route details

First train
First train
05:20
Last train
Last train
22:58
Departure station
Departure station
Bristol Temple Meads
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
46m
Distance
Distance
42 km
Price
Price
NZD 10.01*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central train ticket types

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