4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff to Coventry
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
9 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Coventry will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cardiff for Coventry on Sun, May 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct buses cover the 154 km distance in an average of 9 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest buses will take 9 h 10 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.
11:25 PM9h10Cardiff8:35 AMCoventry$251One-way0 transfers
- 11:25 PM9h10Cardiff8:35 AMCoventry$251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cardiff to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 95 miles (154 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Cardiff to Coventry:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Coventry costing on average $66 (€54).
Other travel options to Coventry take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 38m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Cardiff to Coventry Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:59PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:09PM | Duration 4h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:23PM | Duration 4h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Live departures
Cardiff to Coventry bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Coventry buses for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:10 PM Cardiff | 7h15 | 5:25 AM Coventry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:25 PM Cardiff | 9h10 | 8:35 AM Coventry | 0 transfersDirect | |
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cardiff to Coventry
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
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