How far is Cardiff from Port Talbot by coach?

The distance between Port Talbot and Cardiff by coach is approximately 27 miles (44 km).

What is the best way to go from Port Talbot to Cardiff without a car?

You can travel to Cardiff from Port Talbot by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Port Talbot to Cardiff from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Port Talbot to Cardiff on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:20	Port Talbot Bus Station	55m	05:15	Sophia Gardens	Cheapest
Bus	03:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	50m	04:20	Sophia Gardens	Fastest
Bus	01:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	55m	02:25	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	03:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	50m	04:40	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags
Bus	01:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	55m	02:25	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	07:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	50m	08:40	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags
Bus	03:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	50m	04:20	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	11:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	50m	12:40	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags

Next departures from Port Talbot to Cardiff on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:40	Port Talbot Bus Station	50m	05:30	Sophia Gardens	Cheapest
Bus	08:20	Port Talbot Bus Station	45m	09:05	Sophia Gardens	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Port Talbot Bus Station	50m	02:35	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	03:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	50m	04:40	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags
Bus	01:45	Port Talbot Bus Station	50m	02:35	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	07:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	50m	08:40	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags
Bus	03:45	Port Talbot Bus Station	50m	04:35	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	11:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	50m	12:40	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags

Next departures from Port Talbot to Cardiff on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:40	Port Talbot Bus Station	50m	05:30	Sophia Gardens	Cheapest
Bus	08:20	Port Talbot Bus Station	45m	09:05	Sophia Gardens	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Port Talbot Bus Station	50m	02:35	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	03:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	50m	04:40	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags
Bus	01:45	Port Talbot Bus Station	50m	02:35	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	07:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	50m	08:40	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags
Bus	03:45	Port Talbot Bus Station	50m	04:35	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	11:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	50m	12:40	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 15:16 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Port Talbot to Cardiff

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

50mAverage duration

27 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£5 - £14	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£17 - £25	Average duration35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,710 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29710 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £5

National Express Port Talbot Cardiff recent customer reviews

Cold, wet night bus driver very helpful. Would use this service again

Susan R.

3 January 2023

Must say a very good trip easy considering there was a international on

June G.

4 February 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,303 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Port Talbot to Cardiff

How far is Cardiff from Port Talbot by coach?
The distance between Port Talbot and Cardiff by coach is approximately 27 miles (44 km).
What is the best way to go from Port Talbot to Cardiff without a car?
You can travel to Cardiff from Port Talbot by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

£4

12/11

£4

Today

£5

14/11

£5

15/11

£4

16/11

£4

17/11

£4

18/11

£4

The cheapest trip from Port Talbot to Cardiff was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £4

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

You can expect to pay from £4 to £11 for a bus ticket from Port Talbot to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-11-17.

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.