How much does a train ticket cost from Bridgwater to Cardiff?

The cheapest train tickets from Bridgwater to Cardiff start from £40. The average price for this train route is around £41. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bridgwater to Cardiff?

The average train journey time from Bridgwater to Cardiff is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 26 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 24m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Bridgwater to Cardiff route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bridgwater to Cardiff?

The earliest train from Bridgwater to Cardiff departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 20:33.

Train Bridgwater to Cardiff from £38

Next train departures

Next departures from Bridgwater to Cardiff on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:38	Bridgwater	1h 45m	10:23	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	11:27	Bridgwater	1h 30m	12:57	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	10:23	Bridgwater	1h 35m	11:58	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	10:23	Bridgwater	1h 35m	11:58	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	11:27	Bridgwater	1h 30m	12:57	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures from Bridgwater to Cardiff on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:05	Bridgwater	2h 3m	09:08	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	19:26	Bridgwater	1h 43m	21:09	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	07:05	Bridgwater	2h 3m	09:08	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:21	Bridgwater	2h	09:21	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:21	Bridgwater	2h	09:21	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures from Bridgwater to Cardiff on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:05	Bridgwater	2h 3m	09:08	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	19:26	Bridgwater	1h 43m	21:09	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	07:05	Bridgwater	2h 3m	09:08	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:21	Bridgwater	2h	09:21	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:21	Bridgwater	2h	09:21	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures from Bridgwater to Cardiff on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:05	Bridgwater	2h 3m	09:08	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	19:26	Bridgwater	1h 43m	21:09	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	07:05	Bridgwater	2h 3m	09:08	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:21	Bridgwater	2h	09:21	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:21	Bridgwater	2h	09:21	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures from Bridgwater to Cardiff on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:05	Bridgwater	2h 3m	09:08	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	19:26	Bridgwater	1h 43m	21:09	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	07:05	Bridgwater	2h 3m	09:08	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:21	Bridgwater	2h	09:21	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	07:21	Bridgwater	2h	09:21	Cardiff Central	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 15:03 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bridgwater to Cardiff

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 3 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3h 17mAverage duration

28 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£19 - £23	Average duration3h 17m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£40 - £61	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£10 - £10	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £40

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bridgwater to Cardiff by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Bridgwater to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Bridgwater to Cardiff start from £40. The average price for this train route is around £41. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bridgwater to Cardiff?
The average train journey time from Bridgwater to Cardiff is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 26 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 24m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Bridgwater to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bridgwater to Cardiff?
The earliest train from Bridgwater to Cardiff departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 20:33.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

27/11

£38

28/11

£38

Today

£39

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£38

01/12

£39

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£39

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04/12

£38

The cheapest trip from Bridgwater to Cardiff was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £38

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bridgwater to Cardiff as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £38 to £58 for a train ticket from Bridgwater to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-11-30.