Experience a seamless journey between Bridgend and Cardiff. Our reliable service ensures a smooth and efficient trip, making your travel experience enjoyable from start to finish.

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How long is the train from Bridgend to Cardiff?

It takes approximately twenty minutes. Direct trains run frequently throughout the day, from 04:00 until 23:00.

 

Why travel from Bridgend to Cardiff?

Cardiff is exciting, cosmopolitan and vibrant, with plenty to offer either day trippers, or those who plan to stay a little longer. At the heart of the colourful capital of Wales sits the impressive Cardiff Castle, surrounded by the popular Bute Park. The nearby National Museum has collections of contemporary art, natural history and more. The dinosaur collection rivals London museums.

Cardiff Bay has award-winning restaurants and bars and is home to the iconic Millennium Centre, a world-class venue for art, theatre and live performances. You’ll also find the Senedd building, home of the National Assembly for Wales.

Are you a sports fan? Cardiff was named European Capital of Sport 2014. The Principality Stadium hosts a wide variety of games, including rugby, football, motorsports and boxing. It also holds many music concerts throughout the year. If you prefer to take part in sports, Cardiff offers courses in many activities, such as white-water rafting, waterfall jumping, climbing and surfing.

Many visitors to Cardiff are attracted by variety of retail experiences. Large, vibrant shopping centres boast high street names and designer branding.

Alternatively, leave the bustle behind and explore a treasure trove of one-off boutiques. You’ll find jewellery makers, vintage clothes markets and handmade arts and crafts alongside intimate coffee houses and artisan chocolatiers.

Whatever your reason for visiting Cardiff by train, there’re a number of discount options available. When buying your tickets, we aim to always offer you our lowest available fare. Why not download our app to make life easier?