4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff to Bridgend
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to Bridgend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Bridgend will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 19 buses that leave Cardiff for Bridgend on Tue, Apr 28, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Apr 28 the direct buses cover the 28 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Tue, Apr 28 the slowest buses will take 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.
NX2028:10 PM0h30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens8:40 PMBridgend, Sarn Odeon€61One-way0 transfers- NX1118:15 PM0h30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens8:45 PMBridgend, Sarn Odeon€61One-way0 transfers
- NX11112:45 PM0h35Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1:20 PMBridgend, Sarn Odeon€81One-way0 transfers
- NX20210:05 PM0h30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens10:35 PMBridgend, Sarn Odeon€81One-way0 transfers
- NX5077:45 PM0h30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens8:15 PMBridgend, Sarn Odeon€81One-way0 transfers
- NX2028:10 PM0h30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens8:40 PMBridgend, Sarn Odeon€61One-way0 transfers
- NX1118:15 PM0h30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens8:45 PMBridgend, Sarn Odeon€61One-way0 transfers
- NX20210:05 PM0h30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens10:35 PMBridgend, Sarn Odeon€81One-way0 transfers
- NX5077:45 PM0h30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens8:15 PMBridgend, Sarn Odeon€81One-way0 transfers
- NX5079:20 PM0h30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens9:50 PMBridgend, Sarn Odeon€81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Bridgend
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Bridgend 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 23m. 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 |
|---|---|
€5 Average price Cheapest | €7 Average price |
1h 2m Average total duration 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration Fastest 23m 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
Cardiff to Bridgend bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Bridgend buses for today, Monday, April 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:50 PM Cardiff | 0h35 | 8:25 PM Bridgend | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:35 PM Cardiff | 0h30 | 11:05 PM Bridgend | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, April 28 | |||||
| NX201 | 11:05 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h35 | 11:40 AM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX507 | 12:15 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h30 | 12:45 PM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX201 | 12:35 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h35 | 1:10 PM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX111 | 12:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h35 | 1:20 PM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX201 | 2:35 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h35 | 3:10 PM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX112 | 2:50 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h35 | 3:25 PM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX202 | On time 4:35 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h40 | 5:15 PM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX201 | 4:55 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h35 | 5:30 PM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX111 | 6:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h35 | 6:40 PM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX202 | On time 6:20 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h35 | 6:55 PM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX201 | 6:50 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h35 | 7:25 PM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX507 | 7:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h30 | 8:15 PM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX202 | On time 8:10 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h30 | 8:40 PM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX202 | On time 10:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0h30 | 10:35 PM Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Bridgend
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Cardiff to Bridgend run on average 28 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
There are 28 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 28 km distance in 30m.
Distance 28 km |
Average bus duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, First South & West Wales, Mid Wales Travel from Cardiff to BridgendYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Bridgend with National Express, FlixBus, First South & West Wales, Mid Wales Travel 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 Cardiff to Bridgend
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Bridgend 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 Bridgend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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