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Today27 Apr
from US$5
Tomorrow28 Apr
from US$5
Mon29 Apr
from US$4
Tue30 Apr
from US$4
Wed1 May
from US$4
Thu2 May
from US$4
Fri3 May
from US$5
Sat4 May

Cheap buses leaving today

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 27 April at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bond St
    Arrival time: 27 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Royal Welsh College of Music
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$5
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: 27 April at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bond St
    Arrival time: 27 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Royal Welsh College of Music
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$5
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 27 April at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bond St
    Arrival time: 27 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)
    Operated by: MegabusMegabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$23
  • Departure time: 27 April at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bus & Coach Station
    Arrival time: 27 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Sophia Gardens
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$11
  • Departure time: 27 April at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bus & Coach Station
    Arrival time: 27 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Sophia Gardens
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$11
Bus Bristol to Cardiff: Trip Overview

Bus Bristol to Cardiff: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$11
Average bus trip duration1h 20m
Number of daily buses93
Earliest bus departure00:10
Distance22 miles
Latest bus departure23:55

Bristol to Cardiff buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses93
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures00:10 - 23:55
Minimum PriceUS$4
Average Ticket PriceUS$11
Minimum Trip Duration1h
Average Bus Trip Duration1h20m
Distance22 miles
Bus companies on this routeNational Express, Megabus UK, FlixBus, Infobus, First Wessex of Bristol
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Bristol - Cardiff

The average bus ticket price from Bristol to Cardiff is US$11. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bristol to Cardiff is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Bristol and Cardiff is around 1h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 26 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Bristol to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 93 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bristol to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Bristol to Cardiff, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, Megabus UK, FlixBus.

Buses travelling between Bristol and Cardiff leave from Bond St or Bus & Coach Station and arrive at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
25/04
US$4
26/04
US$4
Today
US$4
28/04
US$7
29/04
US$4
30/04
US$7
01/05
US$4
02/05
US$4
The cheapest trip from Bristol to Cardiff was searched and found on 29 Apr 2024 with a price of US$4

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

You can expect to pay from US$4 to US$22 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$4, which is on 2024-04-29.

Usually National Express, First Wessex of Bristol will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Bristol to Cardiff, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bristol to Cardiff will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Bristol to Cardiff, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Bristol to Cardiff?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle typeTravel timeAvg priceDaily departures
Vehicle typeBusTravel time1h 20mAvg priceUS$11Daily departures93
Vehicle typeTrainTravel time40mAvg priceUS$20Daily departures26
Vehicle typeCarpoolTravel time1hAvg priceUS$12Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Bristol and Cardiff is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$11 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$5. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Cardiff, choose the bus, as it will take you from Bristol to Cardiff in about 40m – that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Bristol by bus?

Bus from Cardiff to Bristol

You can also go to Cardiff by train

Train from Bristol to Cardiff

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