Birmingham to Cardiff Bus
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Birmingham to Cardiff by bus
The journey from Birmingham to Cardiff by bus is 88.16 mi and takes 3 hrs 39 mins. There are 29 connections per day, with the first departure at 01:00 and the last at 21:45. It is possible to travel from Birmingham to Cardiff by bus for as little as £7.24 or as much as £47.85. The best price for this journey is £7.24.
| Lowest Price | £7.24 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hrs 39 mins |
| Connection per Day | National Express Events, FlixBus, Megabus, National Express 29 |
| Lowest Price | National Express Events, FlixBus, Megabus, National Express £7.24 |
| Highest Price | National Express Events, FlixBus, Megabus, National Express £47.85 |
| First Departure | National Express Events, FlixBus, Megabus, National Express 01:00 |
| Last Departure | National Express Events, FlixBus, Megabus, National Express 21:45 |
| Distance | National Express Events, FlixBus, Megabus, National Express 88.16 mi |
| Departure | National Express Events, FlixBus, Megabus, National Express Birmingham |
| Arrival | National Express Events, FlixBus, Megabus, National Express Cardiff |
| Carriers | National Express Events, FlixBus National Express Events, FlixBus, Megabus, National Express |
Birmingham to Cardiff Bus Times
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Best time to book Birmingham to Cardiff travel
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
Find the best day to travel to Cardiff by bus
When travelling to Cardiff by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board FlixBus, Megabus and National Express from Birmingham to Cardiff
Compare services on board when travelling from Birmingham to Cardiff by bus.
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Birmingham to Cardiff CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
9.93kg
Bus
10.64kg
Flight
28.38kg
Car
22.7kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff?
A bus ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff is £11.13. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £7.24.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Birmingham to Cardiff is £7.24. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Birmingham and Cardiff by bus?
Birmingham to Cardiff is 88.16 mi.
How long does the bus between Birmingham and Cardiff take?
Birmingham to Cardiff is on average 3 hrs 39 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 25 mins.
Which companies operate from Birmingham to Cardiff?
The bus journey from Birmingham to Cardiff is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: National Express Events, FlixBus, Megabus and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Birmingham to Cardiff?
Birmingham to Cardiff has 29 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Birmingham to Cardiff leave?
The earliest bus from Birmingham to Cardiff departs at 01:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Birmingham to Cardiff depart?
The latest bus from Birmingham to Cardiff departs at 21:45. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £7.24 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Birmingham to Cardiff?
There are on average 19 direct connection(s) from Birmingham to go to Cardiff.
What's the fastest journey time between Birmingham to Cardiff by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Birmingham and Cardiff is 2 hrs 25 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Birmingham to Cardiff?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Birmingham and Cardiff.
What are the CO2 emissions for Birmingham to Cardiff by bus?
The bus journey from Birmingham to Cardiff creates 10.64kg of CO2 emissions.