What is the distance between Northampton and Cardiff?

About 112 miles (180 km) separate Northampton and Cardiff.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Northampton to Cardiff?

If you're headed to Cardiff from Northampton, chances are that your bus will leave from Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av) and arrive at Sophia Gardens. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cardiff?

Once in Cardiff, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Cardiff International White Water, St John the Baptist Church, Senedd - National Assembly Building, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay.

Bus Northampton to Cardiff from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Northampton to Cardiff on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00pm	Northampton Rothersthorpe	7h 5m	1:05am	Lloyd George Avenue	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Northampton Rothersthorpe	7h 5m	1:05am	Lloyd George Avenue	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	8h 10m	3:40pm	Lloyd George Avenue	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)	6h 45m	7:15pm	Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Northampton, Far Cotton Bus Stop (Delapre Crescent)	6h 40m	7:15pm	Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Northampton to Cardiff

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

111 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $65	Average Duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$31 - $31	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,720 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,274 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Where are the popular stops in Northampton and Cardiff?

Stops in Northampton

A - Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)

B - Northampton Coach Station

C - Greyfriars Bus Station

D - Northampton Rothersthorpe

Stops in Cardiff

A - Sophia Gardens

B - Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)

C - Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens

D - Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop

E - National Museum

F - Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Northampton to Cardiff by bus

What is the distance between Northampton and Cardiff?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Northampton to Cardiff?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cardiff?