The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Cardiff
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Buses per day
49
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Cardiff will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 49 buses that leave London for Cardiff on Sun, Nov 30, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct buses cover the 211 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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 train and bus for London to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €38.
Distance: 211 km
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €67 Average price |
4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
London to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Cardiff buses for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX509 | 11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 2:50 AM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, November 30 | |||||
NX509 | Delayed 12:20 PM 12:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 8:30 AM 8:30 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | Delayed 12:20 PM 12:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 10:40 PM 10:40 PMCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 · NX216 | Delayed 2:00 PM 1:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 5:45 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX216 | Delayed 2:00 PM 1:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 4h40 | 5:40 AM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 1 transfer | |
NX209 · NX216 | 2:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h05 | 7:35 AM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 1 transfer | |
NX209 · NX216 | On time 2:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 7:40 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX201 | Delayed 5:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h00 | 8:35 PM 8:35 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 transfer | |
NX507 | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 11:45 AM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX507 | Delayed 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 12:05 PM 12:05 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | Delayed 12:20 PM 9:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 10:40 PM 10:40 PMCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | Delayed 12:20 PM 9:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 1:10 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX507 | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 2:05 PM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX507 | On time 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 2:10 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | Delayed 12:20 PM 11:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 3:10 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | Delayed 12:20 PM 11:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 10:40 PM 10:40 PMCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h50 | 3:20 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | Delayed 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 10:40 PM 10:40 PMCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h50 | 4:20 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 4:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX507 | 1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 5:00 PM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX507 | On time 1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 5:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | Delayed 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 10:40 PM 10:40 PMCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 5:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 7:45 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX507 | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 6:45 PM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX507 | On time 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h50 | 6:50 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | Delayed 3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 10:40 PM 10:40 PMCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 7:15 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | Delayed 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 10:40 PM 10:40 PMCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 8:55 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 8:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h30 | 10:30 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h00 | 11:00 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 10:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 10:40 PM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX507 | On time 8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 11:35 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX507 | 8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 11:30 PM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 11:55 PM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h29 | 11:59 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 1:00 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 12:55 AM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 12:50 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 1:55 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 1:50 AM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 1:50 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 2:50 AM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX509 | On time 11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 2:55 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 · NX216 | On time 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h46 | 5:45 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · NX216 | On time 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h41 | 5:40 AM Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Cardiff
Buses from London to Cardiff run on average 45 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 39 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 211 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 211 km |
Average bus duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 45 |
Direct buses 39 |
Fastest bus 3h 6m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London to CardiffYou can travel by bus between London to Cardiff with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

When departing from London, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4. When arriving in Cardiff, you can end your route in coach stations like Cardiff, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, Lloyd George Ave / Herbert Street, Cardiff, University, Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens), Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) and Cardiff, North Road (St Josephs Convent).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Cardiff
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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