4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bridgend to Cardiff
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
34 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bridgend to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgend to Cardiff will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 5 buses that leave Bridgend for Cardiff on Sat, Jan 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 10 the direct buses cover the 28 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sat, Jan 10 the slowest buses will take 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare bus and train for Bridgend to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 28 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€6 Average price Cheapest | €7 Average price |
1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bridgend to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bridgend to Cardiff buses for today, Friday, January 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:40 PM Bridgend | 0h40 | 3:20 PM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 PM Bridgend | 0h35 | 5:35 PM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 PM Bridgend | 0h30 | 10:30 PM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 10 | |||||
| 3:30 AM Bridgend | 0h30 | 4:00 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:35 AM Bridgend | 0h35 | 8:10 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:40 AM Bridgend | 0h35 | 8:15 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bridgend to Cardiff
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Buses from Bridgend to Cardiff run on average 21 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:51. The fastest bus covers the 28 km distance in 30m.
Distance 28 km |
Average bus duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:51 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, First South & West Wales from Bridgend to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Bridgend to Cardiff with National Express, FlixBus, First South & West Wales for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bridgend to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgend to Cardiff by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bridgend, Sarn Odeon, which is located around 2.5 miles (4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cardiff, University, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
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