Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | University of Southampton | Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | University of Southampton | Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | University of Southampton | Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | University of Southampton | Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | University of Southampton | Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn) | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Southampton to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Cardiff?
Stops in Southampton
- A20 Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, UK
- B
Southampton Bus Stop
563 Vincents Walk, Southampton SO14, UK - C
W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton
Wyndham Pl, Southampton SO15, UK - D
Bus Stop Queensway
51-55 Above Bar St, Southampton, Southampton SO14 7DZ, UK - E
Southampton Central
Western Esplanade, Southampton SO15 1QJ, UK - F
Ferry Terminal
7 Town Quay, Southampton SO14 2ET, UK
Stops in Cardiff
- A
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - B2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- 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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Southampton to Cardiff by bus
How far is Southampton from Cardiff?
The distance covered from Southampton to Cardiff is 140 km (87 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Southampton to Cardiff?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Southampton Coach Station, in Southampton, 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.
The cheapest trip from Southampton to Cardiff was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Southampton to Cardiff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $96 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-11-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from Southampton to Cardiff?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
