4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Airport to Cardiff
Cheapest price on Aug 30
€34
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€34
Fastest journey on Aug 30
1 h 31 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
1 h 33 m
Trains on Aug 30
31
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Airport to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Airport to Cardiff will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
It's difficult to get from Bristol Airport to Cardiff without transferring at least once.
C00797+
Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads9:50 AM1h33Bristol, Airport (BSA)11:23 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way1 transfer- Y41752 · C01227+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads10:49 AM1h45Bristol, Airport (BSA)12:34 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way2 transfers
- C47824+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads8:15 AM1h52Bristol, Airport (BSA)10:07 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way1 transfer
- C50035+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads8:48 AM1h36Bristol, Airport (BSA)10:24 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way1 transfer
- C50036+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads10:21 AM1h38Bristol, Airport (BSA)11:59 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way1 transfer
G00668+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads9:32 AM1h31Bristol, Airport (BSA)11:03 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way1 transfer- C47980+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads2:25 PM1h32Bristol, Airport (BSA)3:57 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way1 transfer
- C00797+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads9:50 AM1h33Bristol, Airport (BSA)11:23 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way1 transfer
- C48451+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads11:25 AM1h33Bristol, Airport (BSA)12:58 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way1 transfer
- W35023+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads4:57 PM1h34Bristol, Airport (BSA)6:31 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol Airport to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol Airport to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 34 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€33 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol Airport to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Airport to Cardiff trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C48823+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 3:24 PM 3:32 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h36 | 5:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41818 · W34635+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 3:38 PM 3:48 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h49 | 5:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W35011+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 3:57 PM 4:07 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h41 | 5:48 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41820 · W34636+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 4:08 PM 4:18 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h52 | 6:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C42709+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 4:27 PM 4:37 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h41 | 6:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41822 · W35420+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 4:38 PM 4:48 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h49 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C42268+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 4:59 PM 5:07 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h43 | 6:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C48900 · C42178+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 5:09 PM 5:19 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h51 | 7:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C42710+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 5:26 PM 5:36 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h46 | 7:22 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C42466 · W34641+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 5:38 PM 5:48 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h51 | 7:39 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C42270+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 5:58 PM 6:08 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h42 | 7:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41826 · C42179+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 6:10 PM 6:20 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h50 | 8:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C42711+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 6:23 PM 6:33 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h54 | 8:27 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C48623 · C42180+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 6:38 PM 6:48 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h49 | 8:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C42272+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 6:57 PM 7:07 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h38 | 8:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C42467 · W34647+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 7:09 PM 7:19 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h52 | 9:11 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C42718 · C42181+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 7:37 PM 7:47 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h50 | 9:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C42274+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 7:57 PM 8:07 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h39 | 9:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C42713+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 8:28 PM 8:38 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h38 | 10:16 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C42276+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 9:00 PM 9:10 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h44 | 10:54 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C42278+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 9:57 PM 10:07 PMBristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h48 | 11:55 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
| C47824+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 8:15 AM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h52 | 10:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C50035+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 8:48 AM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h36 | 10:24 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C33249 · C50048+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 8:49 AM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h40 | 10:29 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C50034+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 9:15 AM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h41 | 10:56 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G00668+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 9:32 AM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h31 | 11:03 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C00797+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 9:50 AM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h33 | 11:23 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C50036+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 10:21 AM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h38 | 11:59 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41752 · C01227+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 10:49 AM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h45 | 12:34 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W34984+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 11:06 AM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h37 | 12:43 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C48451+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 11:25 AM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h33 | 12:58 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41756 · C01226+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 11:49 AM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h45 | 1:34 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W34990+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 12:06 PM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h37 | 1:43 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C47979+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 12:29 PM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h37 | 2:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41761 · C50047+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 12:49 PM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h46 | 2:35 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C33095+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 1:06 PM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h38 | 2:44 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C48822+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 1:25 PM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h37 | 3:02 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C33251 · C00840+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 1:49 PM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h51 | 3:40 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W35001+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 2:06 PM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h39 | 3:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C47980+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 2:25 PM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h32 | 3:57 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41767 · C50040+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 2:48 PM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h46 | 4:34 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C33097+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 3:06 PM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h35 | 4:41 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C47981+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 3:25 PM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h38 | 5:03 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C33098+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 3:53 PM Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 1h37 | 5:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Airport to Cardiff
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Trains from Bristol Airport to Cardiff run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 20:28. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 7:13 AM |
Last train 8:28 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bristol Airport to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol Airport and Cardiff from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol Airport to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Airport to Cardiff by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol Airport to Cardiff
Most Bristol Airport to Cardiff trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cardiff Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Bristol Airport and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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