How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff start from $12. The average price for this route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Cardiff is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 88 miles (142 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Cardiff route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

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

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Cardiff at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Birmingham to Cardiff generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What 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 29754 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Birmingham to Cardiff?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 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.

Bus Birmingham to Cardiff from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50am	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 25m	1:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	Cheapest
Bus	10:15am	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	2h 10m	12:25pm	Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)	Fastest
Bus	7:50am	Coach Station	4h 15m	12:05pm	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	4:55pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	3h 30m	8:25pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags
Bus	7:50am	Coach Station	4h 15m	12:05pm	Sophia Gardens	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50am	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 25m	1:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	Cheapest
Bus	10:15am	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	2h 10m	12:25pm	Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	4h 45m	5:45am	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 5m	5:10pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	4h 45m	5:45am	Sophia Gardens	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50am	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 25m	1:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	Cheapest
Bus	10:15am	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	2h 10m	12:25pm	Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	4h 45m	5:45am	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 5m	5:10pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	4h 45m	5:45am	Sophia Gardens	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50am	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 25m	1:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	Cheapest
Bus	10:15am	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	2h 10m	12:25pm	Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	4h 45m	5:45am	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 5m	5:10pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	4h 45m	5:45am	Sophia Gardens	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50am	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 25m	1:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	Cheapest
Bus	10:15am	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	2h 10m	12:25pm	Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	4h 45m	5:45am	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 5m	5:10pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	4h 45m	5:45am	Sophia Gardens	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50am	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 25m	1:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	Cheapest
Bus	10:15am	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	2h 10m	12:25pm	Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	4h 45m	5:45am	Sophia Gardens	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	4h 5m	5:10pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	4h 45m	5:45am	Sophia Gardens	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Cardiff

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

89 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $78	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$24 - $118	Average Duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $17	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Cardiff?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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B
Birmingham Airport
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK

Stops in Cardiff

A
Sophia Gardens
2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
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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
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,756 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to 17 reviews, National Express received a 4.2-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location, but some complained about the cleanliness. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $12

National Express Birmingham Cardiff recent customer reviews

Everything was fine

Vicky M.

July 17, 2025

But of a delay leaving Birmingham

Zoe D.

December 3, 2023

Very good

Gill G.

November 4, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,566 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Flixbus Birmingham Cardiff recent customer reviews

The hit was massive in the bus.

Adam L.

June 12, 2025

Megabus UK

3.5/54,284 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

According to customer reviews, Mega Coach provides great services with very kind and polite staff. Customers appreciate the assistance from the driver and customer service team. However, there have been reports of delays and a half-hour break taken by the driver during the journey.

Megabus Birmingham Cardiff recent customer reviews

No plugs were working and as a 20 year old girl travelling over 2 hours I need battery I brought my charger and phone was full before hand but still something that should be working . As someone with anxiety not being able to keep in contact as my phone died wasn’t good. Also was very harsh breaking my stuff went flying on the floor and dropped my bag which my mac book was in

Emily R.

November 1, 2024

I enjoyed the cool and smooth journey. The journey was pleasant and the atmosphere in the bus in addition to the space was very good

Joan N.

August 7, 2024

Bus was late with one hour and the driver has also taken a half hour break during the Journey.

Tom D.

June 1, 2023

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham to Cardiff by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff start from $12. The average price for this route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Cardiff?
The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Cardiff is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 88 miles (142 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Cardiff route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Cardiff?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Cardiff at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Cardiff?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Cardiff generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What 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 29754 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Cardiff?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Birmingham to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 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

12/08

$13

12/09

$13

Today

$13

12/11

$12

12/12

$15

12/13

$14

12/14

$13

12/15

$13

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Cardiff was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $12

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 $12 to $67 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 $12 which is on 2025-12-11.

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.