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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Sophia Gardens | Bath Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bus | Sophia Gardens | Bath Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sophia Gardens | Bath Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sophia Gardens | Bath Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 7:33 AM GMT.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Bath
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bath. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 694, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Bath?
Stops in Cardiff
- A2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- B
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - C
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - 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
Stops in Bath
- ADorchester St, The bus station is located on Dorchester Street, close to the Avon riverbank. , Bath, Bath and North East Somerset BA1 1SS, UK
- B3 London rd, Bath BA1 6QA, UK
- C
Bath University
274 Convocation Ave, Bath BA2, UK
Compare bus companies
Based on 29828 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 R 251
National Express Cardiff Bath recent customer reviews
All good
Shianne C.
Very easy Journey
Tracy G.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Bath by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Bath?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Bath start at R 251. The average price for this route is around R 344. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Bath route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cardiff to Bath?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Bath at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 20:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Bath?
A bus trip from Cardiff to Bath produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Bath was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 218To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Bath as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 218 to R 688 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Bath based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 219, which is on 2026-01-07.
