How much is the bus ticket from Bath to Cardiff?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bath to Cardiff start at R 270. The average price for this route is around R 365. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Bath to Cardiff?

The average bus journey time from Bath to Cardiff is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 59 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 45m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Bath to Cardiff route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from First Badgerline , National Express .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bath to Cardiff?

The earliest bus departs from Bath to Cardiff at 04:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bath to Cardiff?

A bus trip from Bath to Cardiff produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Bath to Cardiff?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bath to Cardiff?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bath to Cardiff?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is First Badgerline , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bath to Cardiff?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is First Badgerline , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bath to Cardiff from R 223 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bath to Cardiff on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:52	Bath Bus Station	3h 8m	11:00	Sophia Gardens	Cheapest
Bus	04:55	Bath Bus Station	2h 45m	07:40	Sophia Gardens	Fastest
Bus	04:55	Bath Bus Station	2h 45m	07:40	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	07:52	Bath Bus Station	3h 8m	11:00	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	09:00	Bath Bus Station	3h 5m	12:05	Sophia Gardens	No tags

Next departures from Bath to Cardiff on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:52	Bath Bus Station	3h 8m	11:00	Sophia Gardens	Cheapest
Bus	04:55	Bath Bus Station	2h 45m	07:40	Sophia Gardens	Fastest
Bus	04:55	Bath Bus Station	2h 45m	07:40	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	07:52	Bath Bus Station	3h 8m	11:00	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	09:00	Bath Bus Station	3h 5m	12:05	Sophia Gardens	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 5:34 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bath to Cardiff

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 hour 18 minutes and with fares starting at just R 151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

1h 18mAverage duration

59 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 270 - R 644	Average duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 151 - R 1 047	Average duration1h 18m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bath and Cardiff?

Stops in Bath

A
Bath Bus Station
Dorchester St, The bus station is located on Dorchester Street, close to the Avon riverbank. , Bath, Bath and North East Somerset BA1 1SS, UK
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B
3 London Rd
3 London rd, Bath BA1 6QA, UK
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C
Bath University
274 Convocation Ave, Bath BA2, UK

Stops in Cardiff

A
Sophia Gardens
2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
Visit page
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
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

First Badgerline

4/520 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi1.7

Based on 20 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. First Badgerline ticket prices on this trip start at R 270

First Badgerline Bath Cardiff recent customer reviews

We went from Bath to Cardiff which was in two stages. The first was a regular bus from Bath to Bristol. The staff there were incredibly helpful and one lady, in particular went the extra mile to make sure we were in the right place to catch the bus to Bristol. The second stage was from Bristol to Cardiff on a National Express coach. This part of the journey was comfortable and my only comment would be that it was too warm on board. The staff were helpful and friendly.

Sue C.

12 November 2023

National Express

4/529 768 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29768 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 455

National Express Bath Cardiff recent customer reviews

The ride was pleasant

Vui Yong A.

24 October 2019

Good service. First time user.

Rosanne C.

11 November 2017

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bath to Cardiff by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Bath to Cardiff?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bath to Cardiff start at R 270. The average price for this route is around R 365. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bath to Cardiff?
The average bus journey time from Bath to Cardiff is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 59 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 45m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Bath to Cardiff route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from First Badgerline, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bath to Cardiff?
The earliest bus departs from Bath to Cardiff at 04:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bath to Cardiff?
A bus trip from Bath to Cardiff produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Bath to Cardiff?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bath to Cardiff?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bath to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is First Badgerline, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bath to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is First Badgerline, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/12

R 334

14/12

R 544

Today

R 330

16/12

R 333

17/12

R 337

18/12

R 344

19/12

R 391

20/12

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The cheapest trip from Bath to Cardiff was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 330

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

You can expect to pay from R 330 to R 703 for a bus ticket from Bath to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 333, which is on 2025-12-16.