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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Liverpool One | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Liverpool One | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Liverpool One | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Liverpool One | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Liverpool
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Liverpool?
Stops in Cardiff
- A2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK - E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK - F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
Stops in Liverpool
- ACanning Pl, Liverpool L1, UK
- B9 Brownlow Hill, Liverpool L3, UK
- D
3315 Islington
3315 Islington, Liverpool L3 8JR, UK - E
44 Norton St
44 Norton St, Liverpool L3 8PY, UK - F
Bootle - Port of Liverpool
Liverpool, Bootle L20 1DB, UK
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Based on 11955 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $30
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Liverpool by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Liverpool start from $30. The average price for this route is around $57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cardiff to Liverpool?
The average bus travel time from Cardiff to Liverpool is 12h 5m, covering a distance of 214 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Liverpool route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cardiff to Liverpool?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Liverpool at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 6:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Liverpool?
A bus trip from Cardiff to Liverpool generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Liverpool was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Liverpool, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $88 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-01-08.
