Bus Birmingham to Cardiff: Times, Prices and Tickets

How long does the journey from Birmingham to Cardiff take by bus?

The journey from Birmingham to Cardiff covers a distance of 88.2 mi. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 2 h 47 min. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 40 min. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Birmingham to Cardiff faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.

When do the first and last departures from Birmingham to Cardiff leave?

If you prefer to travel at night, you will usually find the first departure from Birmingham to Cardiff leaving at 02:30. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last departure of the night leaves at 18:55.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays.

How many daily journeys are there from Birmingham to Cardiff?

If you want to get from Birmingham to Cardiff, you can travel with providers such as Megabus, National Express, Eurolines CH and Cross country. You will find a maximum number of 55 departures per day. On average, there are 43 departures per day. Book in advance to make sure that your journey will run smoothly and you depart at a time that suits you best. When you travel, you can look for direct journeys or other routes which offer connections and changes. On average, there are 41 direct journeys between Birmingham and Cardiff. If you don't mind changing along the way, you may find more options available to you. There are usually 2 journeys with at least one change. These numbers may vary depending on the time of year or day of the week. Some travelers prefer direct routes, particularly if they are carrying heavy suitcases or concerned about missing a connection. Others enjoy the flexibility offered by connecting journeys. Whatever you prefer, Virail can help you find the right options to suit you.