How to travel from Liverpool to Cardiff

There are 2 options to travel between Liverpool and Cardiff including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Cardiff is a bus with an average price of €35.

This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Cardiff:

A bus is €49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Cardiff costing on average €83.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Cardiff is by train with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 42m.

The distance from Liverpool to Cardiff is approximately 133 miles (215 km).

The average frequency per day from Liverpool to Cardiff is:

• Around 8 buses per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Liverpool and Cardiff as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Liverpool to Cardiff:

• Trains mostly depart from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and arrive in Cardiff Central (CDF).
• Buses mostly depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arrive in Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liverpool to Cardiff, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Cardiff by bus.
• Travel with Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast to go to Cardiff by train.

Omio customers who travel from Liverpool to Cardiff often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Heathrow Airport, Bristol, Edinburgh, Bristol Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cardiff and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Cardiff to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Cardiff, you can enjoy a variety of activities and sights. Attend performances at the Millennium Centre, explore the vibrant nightlife in the city center, or take a scenic boat tour around Cardiff Bay. For adventure, visit Cardiff International White Water for rafting and kayaking. Shop and dine at Cardiff Market. Discover history at Cardiff Castle and St Fagans National Museum of History, explore art and culture at the National Museum Cardiff, and relax in Bute Park. Cardiff Bay also offers dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions.

A visit of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient to explore Cardiff's main attractions, such as Cardiff Castle, the National Museum, and Cardiff Bay, while allowing time for leisure and dining experiences.