Southampton to Cardiff Bus
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Southampton to Cardiff by bus
The journey from Southampton to Cardiff by bus is 86.68 mi and takes 7 hrs 4 mins. There are 31 connections per day, with the first departure at 02:20 and the last at 20:30. It is possible to travel from Southampton to Cardiff by bus for as little as £11.76 or as much as £72.05. The best price for this journey is £11.76.
| Lowest Price | £11.76 |
| Journey Duration | 7 hrs 4 mins |
| Connection per Day | FlixBus, National Express 31 |
| Lowest Price | FlixBus, National Express £11.76 |
| Highest Price | FlixBus, National Express £72.05 |
| First Departure | FlixBus, National Express 02:20 |
| Last Departure | FlixBus, National Express 20:30 |
| Distance | FlixBus, National Express 86.68 mi |
| Departure | FlixBus, National Express Southampton |
| Arrival | FlixBus, National Express Cardiff |
| Carriers | FlixBus, National Express FlixBus, 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 and National Express from Southampton to Cardiff
Compare services on board when travelling from Southampton to Cardiff by bus.
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Southampton to Cardiff CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
9.76kg
Bus
10.46kg
Flight
27.9kg
Car
22.32kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Southampton to Cardiff?
A bus ticket from Southampton to Cardiff is £31.80. 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 £11.76.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to Cardiff?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southampton to Cardiff is £11.76. 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 Southampton and Cardiff by bus?
Southampton to Cardiff is 86.68 mi.
How long does the bus between Southampton and Cardiff take?
Southampton to Cardiff is on average 7 hrs 4 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hrs 10 mins.
Which companies operate from Southampton to Cardiff?
The bus journey from Southampton to Cardiff is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixBus and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Southampton to Cardiff?
Southampton to Cardiff has 31 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Southampton to Cardiff leave?
The earliest bus from Southampton to Cardiff departs at 02:20. 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 Southampton to Cardiff depart?
The latest bus from Southampton to Cardiff departs at 20:30. 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 Southampton 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 £11.76 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.
What's the fastest journey time between Southampton to Cardiff by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Southampton and Cardiff is 5 hrs 10 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Southampton to Cardiff?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Southampton and Cardiff.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southampton to Cardiff by bus?
The bus journey from Southampton to Cardiff creates 10.46kg of CO2 emissions.