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Outbound fromCardiff Central to Bridgend by train
It takes an average of 38m to travel from Cardiff Central to Bridgend by train, over a distance of around 17 miles (28 km). There are normally 158 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Bridgend and tickets for this journey start from £5.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:12 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Bridgend | |
| Journey time | From 18m | |
| Distance | 17 miles (28 km) | |
| Frequency | 158 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £5.50 | |
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Travel by train from Cardiff to Bridgend in 19 minutes
Want to book train tickets and need more information about the journey from Cardiff to Bridgend by train? Look no further!
Usually, the journey from Cardiff Central to Bridgend by train takes around 36 minutes, however the fastest services can take as little as 19 minutes. Each day, there are around 130 direct trains running on this route, so you don’t need to worry about making any changes along the way.
If you’re travelling on this route, you’ll board a train at Cardiff Central station operated by either Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales. No matter who you travel with, you’ll enjoy onboard amenities such as comfortable seating, generous luggage storage and free WiFi on most services. In just under 20 minutes, your train will arrive at Bridgend station.
Once you’ve jumped off the train at the station, you’ll find yourself in the centre of Bridgend. From here, you can visit all the shops, cafes and restaurants that Bridgend has to offer, as well as Newcastle – a medieval fortress once held by Henry II.
If you’d like to save money on your train tickets, try travelling at Off-Peak times, as tickets are usually cheaper during quieter travel times. To save even more, get yourself a Railcard and you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Cardiff Central to Bridgend is right for you.
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