Scunthorpe to Cardiff bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Scunthorpe to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for May 27

Cheapest price

€61

Average price

€61

Fastest journey

7 h 35 m

Average duration

7 h 35 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

289 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Scunthorpe to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Scunthorpe to Cardiff will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Scunthorpe to Cardiff without transferring at least once.

  • National Express
    10:25 AM7h35
    Scunthorpe
    6:00 PMCardiff
    €611One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Scunthorpe to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Scunthorpe to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €58.

Distance: 289 km

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€45

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Cheapest

€106

Average price

7h 3m

Average total duration

6h 33m

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4h 43m

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4h 13m

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Live departures

Scunthorpe to Cardiff bus times

The table below shows live departures for Scunthorpe to Cardiff buses for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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National Express9:25 AM Scunthorpe
7h35
5:00 PM Cardiff0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Scunthorpe to Cardiff

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Buses from Scunthorpe to Cardiff run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 08:35, the last at 11:25. The fastest bus covers the 289 km distance in 7h 10m.

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
289 km
Average bus duration
6h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
€29
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
7h 10m
First bus
8:35 AM
Last bus
11:25 AM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
14 days
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: National Express from Scunthorpe to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Scunthorpe to Cardiff with National Express for as low as €29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
7h 10m
Cheapest Price
€29
National Express frequency
1 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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Scunthorpe to Cardiff

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scunthorpe 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Scunthorpe to Cardiff can start from as little as €29 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Scunthorpe to Cardiff is €45; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Scunthorpe to Cardiff is 7h 10m to travel the 289 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Scunthorpe to Cardiff leaves at 8:35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Scunthorpe to Cardiff leaves at 11:25 AM.
There are 1 coaches a day from Scunthorpe to Cardiff which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Scunthorpe to Cardiff, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Cardiff. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Scunthorpe and Cardiff and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Cardiff from Scunthorpe is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Scunthorpe to Cardiff is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Scunthorpe and Cardiff including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Scunthorpe to Cardiff:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Scunthorpe to Cardiff for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Scunthorpe to Cardiff depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Scunthorpe to Cardiff.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Scunthorpe to Cardiff:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Scunthorpe to Cardiff:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Scunthorpe to Cardiff.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Scunthorpe to Cardiff with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Scunthorpe to Cardiff with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Scunthorpe to Cardiff with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Scunthorpe to Cardiff

Scunthorpe
Cardiff
The major bus station for departures in Scunthorpe is Scunthorpe, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Scunthorpe, Bus Station for your trip from Scunthorpe to Cardiff.
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Amenities at bus station
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Address
Scunthorpe Bus Station is located on Fenton Street, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 6QT, United Kingdom.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-20:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Fenton Street
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps
WC
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  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Scunthorpe, Bus Station
  • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Train: Scunthorpe Station

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