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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Coventry (Pool Meadow) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Coventry (Pool Meadow) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Coventry (Pool Meadow) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Coventry (Pool Meadow) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Coventry (Pool Meadow) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Coventry to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Coventry and Cardiff?
Stops in Coventry
- APriory Street, Coventry CV1
- B
Coventry - Hales St. Bus Station
Hales St, Coventry CV1, UK - C
Coventry
Tesco Extra, Coventry CV2 2SH, UK
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
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Based on 12317 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $31
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Coventry to Cardiff 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 Coventry to Cardiff?
The cheapest bus tickets from Coventry to Cardiff start from $31. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Coventry to Cardiff?
The average bus travel time from Coventry to Cardiff is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 155 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Coventry to Cardiff 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 Coventry to Cardiff?
The earliest bus departs from Coventry to Cardiff at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Coventry to Cardiff?
A bus trip from Coventry to Cardiff generates an estimated 4 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 Coventry to Cardiff was searched and found on Mar 19, 2026 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Coventry to Cardiff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $81 for a bus ticket from Coventry to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-03-19.
