Bristol to Cardiff Bus
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Bristol to Cardiff by bus
The journey from Bristol to Cardiff by bus is 25.19 mi and takes 1 hr 26 mins. There are 82 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:10 and the last at 23:35. It is possible to travel from Bristol to Cardiff by bus for as little as £3.93 or as much as £22.95. The best price for this journey is £3.93.
| Lowest Price | £3.93 |
| Journey Duration | 1 hr 26 mins |
| Connection per Day | CrossCountry, FlixBus, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, National Express 82 |
| Lowest Price | CrossCountry, FlixBus, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, National Express £3.93 |
| Highest Price | CrossCountry, FlixBus, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, National Express £22.95 |
| First Departure | CrossCountry, FlixBus, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, National Express 00:10 |
| Last Departure | CrossCountry, FlixBus, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, National Express 23:35 |
| Distance | CrossCountry, FlixBus, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, National Express 25.19 mi |
| Departure | CrossCountry, FlixBus, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, National Express Bristol |
| Arrival | CrossCountry, FlixBus, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, National Express Cardiff |
| Carriers | CrossCountry, FlixBus CrossCountry, FlixBus, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, National Express |
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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, Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales from Bristol to Cardiff
Compare services on board when travelling from Bristol to Cardiff by bus.
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Bristol to Cardiff CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
2.84kg
Bus
3.04kg
Flight
8.11kg
Car
6.49kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Bristol to Cardiff?
A bus ticket from Bristol to Cardiff is £7.98. 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 £3.93.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Bristol to Cardiff?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Bristol to Cardiff is £3.93. 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 Bristol and Cardiff by bus?
Bristol to Cardiff is 25.19 mi.
How long does the bus between Bristol and Cardiff take?
Bristol to Cardiff is on average 1 hr 26 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 0 mins.
Which companies operate from Bristol to Cardiff?
The bus journey from Bristol to Cardiff is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: CrossCountry, FlixBus, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Bristol to Cardiff?
Bristol to Cardiff has 82 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Bristol to Cardiff leave?
The earliest bus from Bristol to Cardiff departs at 00:10. 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 Bristol to Cardiff depart?
The latest bus from Bristol to Cardiff departs at 23:35. 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 Bristol 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 £3.93 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 Bristol to Cardiff?
There are on average 72 direct connection(s) from Bristol to go to Cardiff.
What's the fastest journey time between Bristol to Cardiff by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Bristol and Cardiff is 1 hr 0 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Bristol to Cardiff?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Bristol and Cardiff.
What are the CO2 emissions for Bristol to Cardiff by bus?
The bus journey from Bristol to Cardiff creates 3.04kg of CO2 emissions.