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08/12/2025
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Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff by bus

The journey from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff by bus is 167.68 mi and takes 4 hrs 21 mins. There are 24 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:35 and the last at 23:00. It is possible to travel from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff by bus for as little as £5.81 or as much as £31.33. The best price for this journey is £5.81.

Lowest Price £5.81
Journey Duration 4 hrs 21 mins
Connection per Day 24
Lowest Price £5.81
Highest Price £31.33
First Departure 06:35
Last Departure 23:00
Distance 167.68 mi
Departure Southend-on-Sea
Arrival Cardiff
Carriers Eurolines, Megabus

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff

The cheapest Southend-on-Sea - Cardiff bus tickets can be found for as low as £14.87 if you’re lucky, or £17.09 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £23.16.

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 Eurolines, Megabus and National Express from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff
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Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
18.89kg
Bus
20.24kg
Flight
53.97kg
Car
43.18kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff?
A bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff is £14.94. 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 £5.81.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff is £5.81. 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 Southend-on-Sea and Cardiff by bus?
Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff is 167.68 mi.
How long does the bus between Southend-on-Sea and Cardiff take?
Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff is on average 4 hrs 21 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 9 mins.
Which companies operate from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff?
The bus journey from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Eurolines, Megabus and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff?
Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff has 24 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff leave?
The earliest bus from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff departs at 06:35. 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 Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff depart?
The latest bus from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff departs at 23:00. 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 Southend-on-Sea 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 £5.81 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 Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff?
There are on average 23 direct connection(s) from Southend-on-Sea to go to Cardiff.
What's the fastest journey time between Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Southend-on-Sea and Cardiff is 3 hrs 9 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Cardiff.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff by bus?
The bus journey from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff creates 20.24kg of CO2 emissions.

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International routes from Southend-on-Sea and nearby areas

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