Bus Tickets from Glasgow to Cardiff

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TomorrowJul 19
from US$111
SunJul 20
from US$98
MonJul 21
from US$76
TueJul 22
WedJul 23
ThuJul 24
from US$74
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SatJul 26

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 19 at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow
    Arrival time: July 20 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 19 at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow Cathedral North Hanover Street
    Arrival time: July 20 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 19 at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow Cathedral North Hanover Street
    Arrival time: July 20 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 19 at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow Cathedral North Hanover Street
    Arrival time: July 20 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 19 at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow Cathedral North Hanover Street
    Arrival time: July 21 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to Cardiff

Bus
Average PriceUS$46 - US$166Average Duration15h 25m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$256 - US$256Average Duration8h 30m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$64 - US$64Average Duration7h 10m
21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Glasgow to Cardiff

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7h 10mAverage Duration
US$64Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Glasgow to Cardiff: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$83
Average Bus Trip Duration15h 25m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure7:45am
Distance492 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Glasgow to Cardiff Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Glasgow - Cardiff

  1. What is the distance between Glasgow and Cardiff?

    The distance between Glasgow and Cardiff is around 494 km (306 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Glasgow to Cardiff?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Buchanan Bus Station, in Glasgow, and end it at Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn), in Cardiff.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-16
US$71
07-17
US$68
Today
US$108
07-19
US$108
07-20
US$94
07-21
US$72
07-22
US$68
07-23
US$67
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Glasgow to Cardiff was searched and found on Jul 23, 2025 with a price of US$67

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Glasgow to Cardiff, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$67 to US$172 for a bus ticket from Glasgow to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$67 which is on 2025-07-23.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Glasgow to Cardiff.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Glasgow to Cardiff, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Glasgow to Cardiff will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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