Bus from Birmingham to Cardiff: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Cardiff on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Great Charles Street Queensway
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)Cheapest
National ExpressBus
    		Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road
    		Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)Fastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Coach Station
      		Sophia GardensNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Great Charles Street Queensway
      		Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)No tags
      National ExpressBus
        		Coach Station
        		Sophia GardensNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:48 GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Cardiff

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        2hAverage duration
        89 milesDistance
        6kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average price£9 - £48Average duration3h 30m
        3kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average price£19 - £93Average duration1h 55m
        3kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average price£9 - £13Average duration2h
        6kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Cardiff

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff?

          The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff start from £9. The average price for this route is around £16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Cardiff?

          The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Cardiff is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 10m and is operated by National Express.

        3. Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Cardiff route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Cardiff?

          The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Cardiff at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:45.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Cardiff?

          A bus journey from Birmingham to Cardiff produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. Which is the best bus company from Birmingham to Cardiff?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29741 reviews.

        7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Cardiff?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Cardiff?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Cardiff?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        29/11
        £12
        30/11
        £12
        Today
        £11
        02/12
        £9
        03/12
        £9
        04/12
        £9
        05/12
        £10
        06/12
        £10
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Cardiff was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £9

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from £9 to £51 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-12-02.

        Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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