The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Bridgend
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Bridgend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Bridgend will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Bridgend without transferring at least once.
L16985 · L16760
L17227+
L66143
L16801 · L16761
C74895+
L64092
L17230+
L64093
L16801 · L16761
L16985 · L16760
C74895+
L64092
L16986 · L16762
L17230+
L64093Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Bridgend
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Bridgend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 68 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€33 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Bridgend train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Bridgend trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L17227+ L66143 | On time 9:05 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 10:40 AM Bridgend station (BGN) | 1 transfer | |
L16985 · L16760 | On time 9:39 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h11 | 10:50 AM Bridgend station (BGN) | 1 transfer | |
C74895+ L64092 | On time 10:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h11 | 11:33 AM Bridgend station (BGN) | 1 transfer | |
L16801 · L16761 | On time 10:40 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h09 | 11:49 AM Bridgend station (BGN) | 1 transfer | |
L17230+ L64093 | On time 11:11 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 12:33 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 1 transfer | |
L16986 · L16762 | On time 11:39 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h16 | 12:55 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Bridgend
Trains from Bristol to Bridgend run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 04:11 |
Last train 22:58 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Bristol to Bridgend trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Bridgend from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Cross Country
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Bridgend
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Bridgend 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 Bridgend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bridgend, located 0.1 miles (171 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Bridgend
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £1
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
- Cost £10
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: South Road bus stop opposite station towards Bristol. Bus stop on Redland Grove towards Severn Beach
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station entrance
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to the platform via a footpath with moderate gradient from Litchard Terrace.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on Wildmill Lane adjacent to Litchard Mission Hall
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