Glasgow to Cardiff bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Glasgow to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
National Express
08:40AM16h10
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
12:50AMCardiff
$391One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
National Express
09:55PM14h10
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
12:05PMCardiff
$501One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
07:45AM16h25
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
12:10AMCardiff
$561One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
10:30AM15h30
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
02:00AMCardiff
$561One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
11:55PM14h20
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
02:15PMCardiff
$591One-way
1 transfer

Glasgow to Cardiff bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
FlixBus
FlixBus
07:45AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station16h25 12:10AM Cardiff1 transfer
National Express
NX590
08:40AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station16h10 12:50AM Cardiff1 transfer
National Express
NX590
08:40AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station11h30 08:10PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 transfer
National Express
NX591
09:15AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station17h55 03:10AM Cardiff1 transfer
FlixBus
FlixBus
10:30AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station15h30 02:00AM Cardiff1 transfer
National Express
NX182
11:30AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station13h20 12:50AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens2 transfers
National Express
NX595
09:55PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station14h10 12:05PM Cardiff1 transfer
National Express
NX181
11:00PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station13h05 12:05PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens2 transfers
FlixBus
FlixBus
11:55PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station14h20 02:15PM Cardiff1 transfer

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Bus times from Glasgow to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Fastest Journey

11 h 30 m

Average

14 h 43 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

493 km

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

Fastest
National Express
08:40AM11h30
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
08:10PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
$631One-way
1 transfer
2nd Fastest
National Express
11:00PM13h05
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
12:05PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
$771One-way
2 transfers
National Express
11:30AM13h20
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
12:50AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
$701One-way
2 transfers
National Express
09:55PM14h10
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
12:05PMCardiff
$501One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
11:55PM14h20
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
02:15PMCardiff
$591One-way
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Cardiff

Buses from Glasgow to Cardiff run on average 9 times per day, taking around 13h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€26) if you book in advance.
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
305 miles (492 km)
Average bus duration
13h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
$29 (€26)
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
1
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
9h 15m
First bus
02:20
Last bus
23:55
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, Megabus and FlixBus from Glasgow to Cardiff

You can travel by bus to Cardiff from Glasgow with National Express, Megabus and FlixBus for as low as $24 (€22). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus to Cardiff from Glasgow, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Bus information from Glasgow to Cardiff with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 10 h 30 min
  • Cheapest Price: $29

FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Cardiff

FAQs: Take the bus from Glasgow to Cardiff with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Cardiff.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Glasgow to Cardiff can start from as little as $29 (€26) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Glasgow to Cardiff is $48 (€44); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Glasgow to Cardiff bus travel time is 9 h 15 min   for the 305 mile (492 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Glasgow to Cardiff leaves at 12: 40AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Glasgow to Cardiff leaves at 11: 55PM.
Yes, there is 1 direct bus a day from Glasgow to Cardiff with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the best Glasgow to Cardiff bus to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check all possible bus companies with services to Cardiff from Glasgow to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Cardiff, University, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a bus from Glasgow to Cardiff is June.
You have options as you can travel between Glasgow and Cardiff 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.

Popular bus stations from Glasgow to Cardiff

Glasgow
Cardiff
The major bus station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station for your trip from Glasgow to Cardiff.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:59
Car connection
Killermont Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
  • Coffee Express (in the station)
  • Fast Bites (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
  • Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
The major bus station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cardiff, University. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff, University for your trip to Cardiff from Glasgow.
Cardiff, University
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)

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