The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff to Bristol
Cheapest price on Aug 30
€6
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€10
Fastest journey on Aug 30
1 h
Average journey duration on Aug 30
1 h 7 m
Buses on Aug 30
27
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Bristol will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 27 buses from Cardiff to Bristol, including 27 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct buses cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
NX21610:15 PM1h00Cardiff, University11:15 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€61One-way0 transfers
NX2166:15 PM1h05Cardiff, University7:20 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€61One-way0 transfers
NX2168:25 PM1h05Cardiff, University9:30 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€61One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:25 PM1h15Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)12:40 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€81One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:10 PM1h15Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)7:25 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€81One-way0 transfers
NX21610:15 PM1h00Cardiff, University11:15 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€61One-way0 transfers
NX2166:15 PM1h05Cardiff, University7:20 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€61One-way0 transfers
NX2168:25 PM1h05Cardiff, University9:30 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€61One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:45 PM1h10Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)9:55 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€81One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:10 PM1h15Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)7:25 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, while a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 41 km
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Bristol buses for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h20 | 11:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h20 | 11:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h20 | 12:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h20 | 1:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h25 | 1:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h15 | 1:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h20 | 2:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h25 | 3:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h20 | 4:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h25 | 5:25 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h30 | 6:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h15 | 7:25 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX216 | 6:15 PM Cardiff, University | 1h05 | 7:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX216 | 8:25 PM Cardiff, University | 1h05 | 9:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h10 | 9:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX216 | 10:15 PM Cardiff, University | 1h00 | 11:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h15 | 12:40 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h15 | 2:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:40 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h15 | 2:55 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h15 | 3:25 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h15 | 4:25 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h20 | 6:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h25 | 7:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h30 | 8:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h20 | 9:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h25 | 10:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1h25 | 10:20 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express, Megabus or Cardiff Bus to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Bristol.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cardiff to Bristol.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express, Megabus or Cardiff Bus to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Bristol.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Bristol
Buses from Cardiff to Bristol run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 26 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 41 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 41 km |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus, Cardiff Bus from Cardiff to BristolYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Bristol with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus, Cardiff Bus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- 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.
- 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.
- Megabus
- 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).
- 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).
- Megabus
- 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cardiff to Bristol
Most Cardiff to Bristol buses use the Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Bristol bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Cardiff station do buses to Bristol leave from?
Getting to Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) bus station facilities and services
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens). ATMs are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Getting to Cardiff, Sophia Gardens from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens bus station facilities and services
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. ATMs are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Basic accessibility features available.
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