Bridgend railway station is a vital transport hub on the South Wales Main Line, connecting services between Cardiff Central, Swansea, London Paddington, the Maesteg branch line, and the Vale of Glamorgan line. From Bridgend station, you can travel directly to destinations across South, West, and Mid Wales, as well as cross-border services to England.

The station has a ticket office, ticket machines, a passenger café, toilets, waiting rooms, and parking. Plan your journey before you travel, or buy your tickets in advance to get the best fares.

Station facilities

  • Parking
  • Shops
  • Step-free access
  • Ticket machine
  • Ticket office
  • Toilets

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General service information
Staffing Level
Part time
Closed Circuit Television
Yes
Information Available From Staff
Yes - from help point
Yes - from ticket office
CIS
  • Departure Screens
  • Arrival Screens
  • Announcements
Customer Help Points
Yes
Ticket buying and collection
Ticket Office
Yes
Prepurchase Collection
Ticket Office: Yes
Ticket Machine: Yes
Ticket Machine
Yes
Oystercard Issued

No
Use Oystercard

No
Always Show Oyster Card Fields

No
Smartcard Issued

No
Smartcard Validator
Yes
Smartcard Comments

Load a pre-purchased season ticket onto a smartcard using the smartcard validator or the ticket vending machine.

Penalty Fares
Train Operator: AW
Url: tfw.wales/tfw-penalty-fare-zone
All station facilities
Seated Area
Yes
Station Buffet
Yes
Toilets
Yes

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

Baby Change
Yes
Telephones

No
Wi Fi

No
Accessibility and mobility access
Helpline

03333 211202

https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
Mon-Sun 08:00 to 20:00
Staff Help Available

Monday to Sunday 06:00 to 22:00 outside of these time help can be provided by the Conductor onboard.

Mon-Sun 06:00 to 22:00
Induction Loop
Yes
Accessible Ticket Machines
Yes

The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.

Height Adjusted Ticket Office Counter
Yes
Ramp For Train Access
Yes
Accessible Taxis

No
National Key Toilets
Yes

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

Step Free Access

Category A station

All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts.


Coverage: whole Station
Ticket Gates
Yes
Impaired Mobility Set Down
Yes
Wheelchairs Available
Yes
Assisted Travel

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.

Transport links
Cycle Storage
Spaces: 30
Sheltered: Yes
Cctv: Yes
Location:

Cycle parking at Bridgend is in two locations.

On Platform 1/1A, there are eleven Sheffield stands providing parking for up to 22 bicycles. On Platform 2, under a shelter there are four Sheffield stands providing parking for up to 8 bicycles.


Annotation:

11 Sheffield stands offering the capacity to park 22 bikes are located on platform 1 - right of your entrance through the ticket concourse area. A further 4 Sheffield Stands under a shelter are provided on platform 2 - right of the waiting area and cafe on the same platform.


Type: Stands
Rail Replacement Services

The rail replacement bus stop is in the front of the station.

Taxi Rank

Taxi rank at the front of the station

Onward Travel

Buy a Bridgend PlusBus ticket with your train ticket for discount-priced unlimited bus travel around the town. For details visit www.PlusBus.info

Cycle Hire

There are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Parking information
Car Park

Operator Name: A P C O A
Name: Station Car Park
Spaces: 94
Number Accessible Spaces: 5
Accessible Car Park Equipment: Yes
Accessible Car Park Equipment Note:

This car park is accredited with a Disabled Parking Award run by D M U K. Visit https://www.disabledmotoring.org for further information.


Cctv: Yes

Open:
Mon-Sun

Website: https://www.apcoa.co.uk/find-parking/locations/bridgend/bridgend-station-bridgend
Passenger services
Customer Service

Contact our Customer Relations team directly via the Transport for Wales Website.

Left Luggage

No
https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
Lost Property
Yes

Operator Name: Transport for Wales
https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
Live departures and arrivals

 

How to get to Bridgend station

Bridgend railway station is located at Station Hill, Bridgend, CF31 1BB. Dedicated bus stops are located a short distance away, providing links to the regional bus network. A taxi rank and dedicated rail replacement bus stops are positioned directly outside the station entrance.

 

Parking at Bridgend station

There is a passenger car park located at Bridgend station, operated by APCOA and open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The facility features dedicated accessible parking bays, accessible ticketing equipment, and is fully monitored by CCTV.

 

Cycling at Bridgend station

Secure cycle storage spaces are provided at Bridgend station to support multi-modal travel. The cycle racks are located within well-lit areas of the station environs and are regularly monitored by the station's CCTV cameras.

 

History of Bridgend station

Bridgend railway station originally opened on 18 June 1850, featuring an elegant main platform building designed by the legendary Great Western Railway engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Because of its historic and architectural importance, the main building and the 1877 footbridge are designated as Grade II listed structures.

The station has adapted to changing demands over the decades. In 2005, a new platform (Platform 1A) was opened to serve the newly reopened Vale of Glamorgan Line. This was followed by a £2.4 million accessible footbridge in 2012 and a major £1.5 million refurbishment of the main ticket hall in 2018.

 

Bridgend station FAQs

Does Bridgend station have a ticket office?

Yes, the ticket office at Bridgend station is open throughout the week. Automated self-service ticket machines are also available in the main concourse for buying or collecting tickets. You can also buy tickets online.

Is there parking at Bridgend station?

Yes, parking is available at Bridgend station. The car park is operated by APCOA, open 24/7, and includes accessible parking spaces and CCTV monitoring.

Is there bike storage at Bridgend station?

Yes, secure cycle storage racks are provided at the station and are covered by CCTV.

Is Bridgend station step-free?

Yes, Bridgend station has step-free access to all platforms throughout the whole station. A modern footbridge equipped with passenger lifts connects the platforms. The station features wide aisle ticket gates, boarding ramps, induction loops, and accessible counter heights at the ticket office.

Does Bridgend station have toilets?

Yes, toilets and accessible toilets are available at Bridgend station.

Is there Wi-Fi at Bridgend station?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available at Bridgend station.

How many platforms does Bridgend station have?

Bridgend station has four platforms (including Platform 1A).

How far is Bridgend station from the town centre?

Bridgend station is located just a short walk from the main commercial centre of the town, making local amenities highly accessible.

Are there cafes at Bridgend station?

Yes, there is a passenger café and refreshment kiosk located on the platforms, alongside indoor waiting rooms.