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TodayApr 25
from $5
TomorrowApr 26
from $5
SatApr 27
from $5
SunApr 28
from $5
MonApr 29
from $4
TueApr 30
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WedMay 1
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ThuMay 2

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bond St
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Royal Welsh College of Music
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $5
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Cabot Circus (S2)
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Royal Welsh College of Music
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $5
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bristol Airport (BRS)
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $25
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bus & Coach Station
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Sophia Gardens
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $11
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bus & Coach Station
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Sophia Gardens
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $11
Bus Bristol to Cardiff: Trip Overview

Bus Bristol to Cardiff: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$11
Average bus trip duration1h 20m
Number of daily buses93
Earliest bus departure12:10 AM
Distance26 miles (41 km)
Latest bus departure11:55 PM

Bristol to Cardiff Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures93
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:10AM - 11:55PM
Minimum Price$4
Average Ticket Price$11
Minimum Trip Duration1h
Average Bus Trip Duration1h20m
Distance26 miles (41 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteNational Express, Megabus UK, FlixBus, Infobus, First Wessex of Bristol
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Bristol - Cardiff

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are easy and eco-friendly ways to travel to Cardiff. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

The average travel time from Bristol to Cardiff is about 1h 20m, but you can get there in as little as 1h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 26 miles (41 km) that separate the two cities.

Bristol and Cardiff are 26 miles (41 km) apart.

About 93 buses travel this route daily, provided by National Express, Megabus UK and FlixBus. The number of buses from Bristol to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Bristol to Cardiff a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 12:10 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:55 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from Bristol to Cardiff leave from Bond St and arrive at Sophia Gardens. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $5.

The bus ticket costs $11 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $5 to $41, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, a day trip from Bristol to Cardiff is definitely doable. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 2h. So you'll have enough time to visit Cardiff before returning to Bristol in the evening.

Once in Cardiff, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are St John the Baptist Church, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff Castle, Caerphilly Castle and Castell Coch (Red Castle).

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
04/23
$4
04/24
$4
Today
$4
04/26
$4
04/27
$4
04/28
$7
04/29
$4
04/30
$7
The cheapest trip from Bristol to Cardiff was searched and found on Apr 29, 2024 with a price of $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 $4 to $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 $4 which is on 2024-04-29.

Usually First Wessex of Bristol, 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling 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 one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bristol to Cardiff will emit less CO2 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 Price$11Daily Departures93
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time40mAvg Price$20Daily Departures25
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel Time1hAvg Price$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 $11 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $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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