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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bridgend (BGN)

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80

train journeys
per day

17

miles (27 kms)

19 mins

fastest journey

05:35 / 00:12

first / last train

80

direct trains

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bridgend (BGN)

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On a typical weekday there are 80 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Bridgend , with 80 of them being direct trains.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Bridgend is approximately 17 miles (27 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 29 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Bridgend.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Bridgend. The fastest journey time on this route takes 19 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Bridgend Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:35
    31 mins Direct
    06:06
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:41
    56 mins Direct
    06:37
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:55
    22 mins Direct
    06:17
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:24
    26 mins Direct
    06:50
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:40
    56 mins Direct
    07:36
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:44
    19 mins Direct
    07:03
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:03
    26 mins Direct
    07:29
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:16
    20 mins Direct
    07:36
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:41
    55 mins Direct
    08:36
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:45
    20 mins Direct
    08:05
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:08
    19 mins Direct
    08:27
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:20
    28 mins Direct
    08:48
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:41
    55 mins Direct
    09:36
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:42
    19 mins Direct
    09:01
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:00
    20 mins Direct
    09:20
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    20 mins Direct
    09:31
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:16
    28 mins Direct
    09:44
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:40
    19 mins Direct
    09:59
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:41
    55 mins Direct
    10:36
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:06
    20 mins Direct
    10:26
    Cardiff Central
    Bridgend
    Cardiff Central to Bridgend

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Bridgend Station

Station name Bridgend (BGN)
Address Bridgend station, Station Hill, Bridgend, Bridgend, CF31 1BN
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Bridgend

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Bridgend by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Bridgend vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 80 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 80 direct services per day from Cardiff Central to Bridgend

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Bridgend.

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