The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Cardiff
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Cardiff will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 27 buses that leave Bristol for Cardiff on Wed, Jan 14, 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 14 the direct buses cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Wed, Jan 14 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.
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Compare bus and train for Bristol to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. 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 €5, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price |
1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Bristol to Cardiff Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Live departures
Bristol to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Cardiff buses for today, Tuesday, January 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h40 | 7:45 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h20 | 8:20 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h15 | 8:25 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h20 | 10:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h20 | 10:30 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h15 | 12:20 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h15 | 2:05 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h15 | 4:05 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX216 | 4:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h10 | 5:45 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h15 | 7:15 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX216 | 6:25 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h15 | 7:40 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h20 | 10:45 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX201 | 9:40 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h20 | 11:00 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | Delayed 10:45 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h20 | 12:35 PM 12:35 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h30 | 12:30 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h35 | 1:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h30 | 2:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 12:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h20 | 2:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h30 | 4:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 2:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h35 | 4:30 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h40 | 4:35 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h35 | 5:05 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 4:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h30 | 6:15 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h40 | 6:35 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 6:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h15 | 8:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 8:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h15 | 10:00 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 | On time 11:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h15 | 12:50 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Cardiff
Buses from Bristol to Cardiff run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 25 miles (41 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express from Bristol to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Cardiff with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express for as low as $7 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Bristol, Airport, Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus) and Bristol, Bond Street North. When arriving in Cardiff, you can end your route in bus stations like Cardiff, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, Lloyd George Ave / Herbert Street, Cardiff, University, Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens), Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) and Cardiff, Millennium Stadium.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Bristol, Airport, which is located around 8.6 miles (13.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Cardiff Castle, a historic fortress with Roman and Norman roots offering guided tours and events
- St Fagans National Museum of History, an open-air museum showcasing Welsh life and culture through reconstructed buildings and exhibits
- Cardiff Bay, a vibrant waterfront area with dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions
- National Museum Cardiff, featuring art, archaeology, and natural history collections
- Bute Park, a large green space perfect for leisurely walks and picnics.
- Millennium Centre, a renowned arts venue hosting opera, ballet, and theater performances
- Explore the vibrant nightlife in Cardiff's city center with its array of pubs and clubs
- Take a boat tour around Cardiff Bay for scenic views and historical insights
- Visit the Cardiff International White Water for an adventurous day of rafting and kayaking
- Enjoy shopping and dining at the bustling Cardiff Market, offering local produce and unique finds.
- 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
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bristol to Cardiff, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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