Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC)

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

€15

Average price

€16

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

3 h 48 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

210 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for London Victoria (VIC) on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 210 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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.

FlixBus
04:15PM3h20
Cardiff Central (CDF)
07:35PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
12:00PM4h30
Cardiff Central (CDF)
04:30PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
151One-way
0 transfers
National Express
01:30AM3h20
Cardiff Central (CDF)
04:50AMLondon Victoria (VIC)
151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
03:15PM3h50
Cardiff Central (CDF)
07:05PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
171One-way
0 transfers
National Express
03:20AM4h00
Cardiff Central (CDF)
07:20AMLondon Victoria (VIC)
181One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC)

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €33.

Distance: 210 km

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Ferry

€14

Average price

Cheapest

€71

Average price

€27

Average price

4h 24m

Average total duration

3h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 48m

Average total duration

2h 18m

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30m

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1h 28m

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28m

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1h 0m

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Live departures

Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 12:41 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX201 · NX025
Delayed
2:35 PM 1:40 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h10
7:00 AM 7:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX201 · NX444
Delayed
2:35 PM 1:40 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h10
5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX509
On time
3:15 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
3h35
6:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX201 · NX403
Delayed
2:35 PM 3:25 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h25
7:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX507
Delayed
6:00 PM 5:15 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h05
1:30 PM 1:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX201 · NX403
Delayed
2:35 PM 5:25 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h55
10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:05 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
4h00
10:05 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:05 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
3h30
9:35 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX509
On time
6:45 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h05
10:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:10 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
3h25
10:35 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:10 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
3h55
11:05 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX507
Delayed
6:00 PM 8:00 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
3h50
1:30 PM 1:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX509
On time
9:00 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
3h50
12:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:15 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
4h25
1:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:15 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
3h55
1:10 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX507
Delayed
6:00 PM 9:45 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
3h35
1:30 PM 1:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX509
On time
10:30 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
3h50
2:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:00 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
4h05
3:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:00 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
3h35
2:35 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX507
Delayed
6:00 PM 11:30 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
3h35
3:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:05 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
4h30
4:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:05 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
4h00
4:05 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX509
On time
12:30 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
3h50
4:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:00 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
4h30
5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:00 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
3h55
4:55 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX509
On time
1:30 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
3h50
5:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX201 · NX030
On time
2:35 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h45
7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX507
Delayed
6:00 PM 3:45 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h15
8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
3h50
8:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
3h20
7:35 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX201 · NX040
On time
4:30 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h05
9:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
3h20
8:35 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
3h50
9:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX507
On time
6:00 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
3h40
9:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX509
On time
7:15 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
3h30
10:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX201 · NXA40
On time
11:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h10
4:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX201 · NX035
On time
11:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h10
4:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC)

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Buses from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) run on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.

There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 210 km distance in 3h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
210 km
Average bus duration
3h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
€5
Buses per day
28
Direct buses
24
Fastest bus
3h 20m
First bus
01:30
Last bus
22:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC)You can travel by bus between Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
€5
FlixBus frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
€10
National Express frequency
19 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
€12
Megabus frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Bus from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) 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 London Victoria (VIC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) is €18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) coach time is 3 h 15 min   covering the 210 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) leaves at 02: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) leaves at 23: 59.
Yes, there are 18 direct coaches a day from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC), you can count on Megabus, National Express or FlixBus for the best way to get you to London Victoria (VIC). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Victoria (VIC) from Cardiff Central (CDF) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC).
    No, luggage for the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Victoria (VIC).

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