The cheapest and fastest buses from Longford to Cardiff
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€16
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€35
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 55 m
Buses on Sep 17
44
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Longford to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Longford to Cardiff will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 44 buses from Longford to Cardiff, including 43 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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.
FlixBus9:40 PM3h45London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 51:25 AMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:15 AM3h10London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 33:25 AMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:55 PM3h25London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 32:20 AMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 PM3h25London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 31:25 AMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:35 PM3h45London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 52:20 AMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)€161One-way0 transfers
NX20110:50 PM2h50Longford1:40 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens€251One-way0 transfers
NX2017:50 PM2h50Longford10:40 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens€301One-way0 transfers
NX20111:30 AM2h55Longford2:25 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens€471One-way0 transfers
NX2019:30 AM2h55Longford12:25 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens€471One-way0 transfers
NX2015:55 PM3h05Longford9:00 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens€471One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Longford to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Longford to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a train costs an average of €103.
Distance: 189 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €103 Average price | €55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Longford to Cardiff:
A bus is €75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Longford to Cardiff costing on average €103.
Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 37m.
Live departures
Longford to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Longford to Cardiff buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX209 · NX216 | 3:10 AM Longford | 4h30 | 7:40 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h00 | 10:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h40 | 10:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 7:15 AM Longford | 3h45 | 11:00 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h00 | 12:10 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h40 | 12:10 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 8:30 AM Longford | 3h35 | 12:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 9:30 AM Longford | 2h55 | 12:25 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h00 | 1:40 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h40 | 1:40 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 10:30 AM Longford | 3h35 | 2:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 11:30 AM Longford | 2h55 | 2:25 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h15 | 4:30 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h55 | 4:30 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 12:40 PM Longford | 3h50 | 4:30 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 1:30 PM Longford | 3h15 | 4:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 2:20 PM Longford | 3h55 | 6:15 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h10 | 6:35 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h50 | 6:35 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h05 | 7:30 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 3:30 PM Longford | 3h10 | 6:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h45 | 7:30 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 4:20 PM Longford | 3h45 | 8:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h00 | 8:25 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h35 | 8:25 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 5:55 PM Longford | 3h05 | 9:00 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h50 | 10:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 6:30 PM Longford | 3h30 | 10:00 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h30 | 10:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h45 | 11:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h25 | 11:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 7:50 PM Longford | 2h50 | 10:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h45 | 12:25 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h25 | 12:25 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | 9:20 PM Longford | 3h30 | 12:50 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h45 | 1:25 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h25 | 1:25 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h45 | 2:20 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 10:50 PM Longford | 2h50 | 1:40 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h25 | 2:20 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Longford to Cardiff
Buses from Longford to Cardiff run on average 42 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 39 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 189 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 189 km |
Average bus duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 42 |
Direct buses 39 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Longford to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Longford to Cardiff with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Longford to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford 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.

- 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 Longford to Cardiff
Most Longford to Cardiff buses use the London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 to Cardiff, Sophia Gardens station pair, with some services arriving at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens). Use this guide to compare Longford and Cardiff bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Cardiff station do buses from Longford arrive at?
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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