Find coaches from Bournemouth to Cardiff

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Next departures from Bournemouth to Cardiff on 30 October
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Bournemouth
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)No tags

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Get from Bournemouth to Cardiff

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The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
8h 10mAverage duration
125 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bournemouth to Cardiff: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$39
Average bus trip duration8h 10m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure06:25
Distance125 km
Latest bus departure16:10

Bournemouth to Cardiff Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cardiff from Bournemouth, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Bournemouth - Cardiff

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Cardiff cost?

    The bus ticket price from Bournemouth to Cardiff starts at US$31. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bournemouth 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Bournemouth to Cardiff?

    The average travel time between Bournemouth and Cardiff is around 8h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 125 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Bournemouth and Cardiff?

    The number of buses from Bournemouth to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bournemouth to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Bournemouth to Cardiff?

    When taking the bus from Bournemouth to Cardiff, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bournemouth to Cardiff?

    Buses travelling between Bournemouth and Cardiff leave from Coach Station or Richmond Hill, 3 and arrive at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Cardiff was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$30

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

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$39 for a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Bournemouth to Cardiff.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

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