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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Royal Well Bus Station | Sophia Gardens | No tags | |||||
| Royal Well Bus Station | Sophia Gardens | No tags | |||||
| Royal Well Bus Station | Sophia Gardens | No tags | |||||
| Royal Well Bus Station | Sophia Gardens | No tags |
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We recommend carpoolingAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Cheltenham to Cardiff: Trip Overview
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Cheltenham to Cardiff Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cheltenham - Cardiff
How much does a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Cardiff cost?
The bus ticket price from Cheltenham to Cardiff starts at US$11. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cheltenham 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!
How long is the bus ride from Cheltenham to Cardiff?
The average travel time between Cheltenham and Cardiff is around 4h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 89 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cheltenham and Cardiff?
The number of buses from Cheltenham to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cheltenham to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cheltenham to Cardiff?
When taking the bus from Cheltenham to Cardiff, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Cardiff was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cheltenham to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$53 for a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9, which is on 2025-11-03.
Usually National Express 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.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham to Cardiff, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cheltenham to Cardiff that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cheltenham to Cardiff while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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.
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Popular Buses Connecting Cheltenham
Buses Leaving from Cheltenham
- Bus from Cheltenham to Cirencester
- Coach Cheltenham - Cardiff
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- Coach Cheltenham - Heathrow
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- Coach Cheltenham - Sunderland
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- Coach Cheltenham - Hayle
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Buses Going to Cheltenham
- Bus from Gloucester to Cheltenham
- Coach Pool - Cheltenham
- Bus London - Cheltenham
- Bus from Birmingham to Cheltenham
- Coach Cardiff - Cheltenham
- Bus Cirencester - Cheltenham
- Bus from Truro to Cheltenham
- Coach Gatwick - Cheltenham
- Bus Stoke-on-Trent - Cheltenham
- Bus from Reading to Cheltenham
- Coach Saint Erth - Cheltenham
- Bus Twickenham - Cheltenham
- Bus from Middlesbrough to Cheltenham
- Coach Manchester - Cheltenham
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Popular Buses Connecting Cardiff
Buses Leaving from Cardiff
- Bus from Cardiff to Newport
- Coach Cardiff - Edinburgh
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- Bus from Cardiff to London
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- Coach Cardiff - Liverpool
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Buses Going to Cardiff
- Bus from Bristol to Cardiff
- Coach Swansea - Cardiff
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- Bus from Worcester to Cardiff
- Coach York - Cardiff
- Bus Glasgow - Cardiff
- Bus from Brighton to Cardiff
- Coach Shepton Mallet - Cardiff
- Bus Tenby - Cardiff
- Bus from Darlington to Cardiff
- Coach Manchester - Cardiff
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