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Cardiff Central to Bridgend Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Bridgend? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $7.49, with average prices for this route around $7.79. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
00:22 Cardiff Central	00:41 Bridgend	19m, Direct	Find Tickets
01:30 Cardiff Central	01:51 Bridgend	21m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:35 Cardiff Central	06:08 Bridgend	33m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:39 Cardiff Central	06:37 Bridgend	58m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:13 Cardiff Central	06:38 Bridgend	25m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:37 Cardiff Central	07:36 Paris	59m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Central to Bridgend Train Route Details

First train

00:22

Last train

23:20

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Bridgend

Journey time

18m

Distance

28 km

Price

$7.49*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Bridgend

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Bridgend can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to Bridgend for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Cardiff Central to Bridgend, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to Bridgend ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Cardiff Central to Bridgend more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to Bridgend Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Cardiff Central to Bridgend Train prices and times

Cardiff Central to Bridgend Train Route Details