Bus from Cardiff to Liverpool: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cardiff to Liverpool on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Liverpool OneCheapest
FlixbusBus
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Liverpool OneFastest
FlixbusBus
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Liverpool OneNo tags
FlixbusBus
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Liverpool OneNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:52 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Liverpool

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 10mAverage Duration
134 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$22 - $75Average Duration11h 30m
5kg CO₂e
Average Price$70 - $146Average Duration3h 57m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$20 - $26Average Duration3h 10m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cardiff to Liverpool by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Liverpool start from $22. The average price for this route is around $36. 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 ride from Cardiff to Liverpool?

    The average bus trip duration from Cardiff to Liverpool is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 133 miles (214 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Liverpool at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 6:10pm.

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

    A bus trip from Cardiff to Liverpool generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/27
$38
11/28
$59
Today
$48
11/30
$50
12/01
$36
12/02
$30
12/03
$28
12/04
$28
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cardiff to Liverpool was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $28

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

You can expect to pay from $28 to $75 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-12-04.

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