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Trains from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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35

train journeys
per day

27

miles (44 kms)

0hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

05:38 / 23:47

first / last train

32

direct trains

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central , with 32 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central is approximately 27 miles (44 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 37 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 0hrs 31 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central

Journeys from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:38
    43 minsDirect
    06:21
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:02
    39 minsDirect
    06:41
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:13
    1 hrs 4 mins1 change
    07:17
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:02
    49 mins1 change
    07:51
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:28
    36 minsDirect
    08:04
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:04
    35 minsDirect
    08:39
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:35
    33 minsDirect
    09:08
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:05
    31 minsDirect
    09:36
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:34
    36 minsDirect
    10:10
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:05
    31 minsDirect
    10:36
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:35
    35 minsDirect
    11:10
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:05
    31 minsDirect
    11:36
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:34
    37 minsDirect
    12:11
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:04
    34 minsDirect
    12:38
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:40
    37 minsDirect
    13:17
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:04
    31 minsDirect
    13:35
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:34
    32 minsDirect
    14:06
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:05
    32 minsDirect
    14:37
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:35
    41 minsDirect
    15:16
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:04
    31 minsDirect
    15:35
    Bristol Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central

About Bristol Parkway Station

Station name Bristol Parkway (BPW)
AddressBristol Parkway station, Station Approach Road, off Hatchet Road, Stoke Gifford, Bristol, City of, BS34 8PU
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 18:00
Sunday 08:30 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
AddressCardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 0hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:47.

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Amenities on trains between Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 32 direct services per day from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.