Bus from Birmingham to Cardiff: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on February 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Great Charles Street Queensway
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)Cheapest
National ExpressBus
Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)Fastest
National ExpressBus
Coach Station
Sophia GardensNo tags
FlixbusBus
Great Charles Street Queensway
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)No tags
National ExpressBus
Coach Station
Sophia GardensNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 11:48 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Cardiff

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day
3h 50mAverage Duration
86 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$12 - $82Average Duration3h 50m
3kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$22 - $123Average Duration1h 55m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$21 - $21Average Duration1h 50m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham to Cardiff by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff start from $12. The average price for this route is around $18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Cardiff is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 86 miles (139 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by National Express.

  3. Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Cardiff route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Cardiff?

    The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Cardiff at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Cardiff?

    A bus trip from Birmingham to Cardiff generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Birmingham 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 29872 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Cardiff?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Birmingham to Cardiff?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Cardiff?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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
02/16
$25
02/17
$23
Today
$15
02/19
$15
02/20
$14
02/21
$13
02/22
$13
02/23
$11
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Cardiff was searched and found on Feb 23, 2026 with a price of $11

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

You can expect to pay from $11 to $70 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2026-02-23.

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.

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

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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