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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shudehill | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Manchester (Moss Lane East) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Manchester Airport | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Coach Station | Sophia Gardens | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shudehill | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Cardiff?
Stops in Manchester
- A16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- BShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
Stops in Cardiff
- A2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK - E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK - F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Cardiff
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Cardiff?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Cardiff start from £14. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Cardiff?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Cardiff is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 144 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 40m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Cardiff route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Cardiff?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Cardiff at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Cardiff?
A bus journey from Manchester to Cardiff produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Manchester 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 29733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Cardiff?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester 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.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Cardiff was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £12 to £54 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-08.
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