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Busbud recommends taking the train from Southampton to CardiffAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Southampton to Cardiff: Trip Overview
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Based on 29164 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $18.00
Southampton to Cardiff Bus
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Southampton to Cardiff was searched and found on May 7, 2025 with a price of $16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Southampton to Cardiff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $16 to $67 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-05-07.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Cardiff, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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 Southampton to Cardiff.
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Did you know?
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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