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Compare all timetables for the bus from Birmingham to Cardiff

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Birmingham to Cardiff from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$13

tomorrow

$13

Thursday

$12

Friday

$13

Saturday

$12

Sunday

$12

Monday

$12

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 45m	4:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	7:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/25/2026 4:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/25/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
FlixBus	4h 5m	1:00 PM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	5:05 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/25/2026 1:00:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/25/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	3h 30m	4:55 PM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	8:25 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/25/2026 4:55:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/25/2026 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
FlixBus	4h 25m	8:50 AM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	1:15 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/25/2026 8:50:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/25/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
National Express	4h 30m	12:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	4:30 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/25/2026 12:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/25/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Cardiff via Bristol, you can save more than $1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  4h 0m
  
  0
  
  6:00 PM
  
  Birmingham
  Great Charles St Queensway
  
  7:55 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $7
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/26/2026 6:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/26/2026 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
- National Express
  
  1h 15m
  
  0
  
  8:45 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Cardiff
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $4
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 8/26/2026 8:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/26/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save $1

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 45m	4:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	7:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/26/2026 4:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/26/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
National Express	5h 0m	5:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	10:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/26/2026 5:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/26/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
FlixBus	4h 25m	8:50 AM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	1:15 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/26/2026 8:50:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/26/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
FlixBus	4h 5m	1:00 PM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	5:05 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/26/2026 1:00:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/26/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	3h 30m	4:55 PM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	8:25 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/26/2026 4:55:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/26/2026 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Cardiff via Bristol, you can save more than $1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  4h 0m
  
  0
  
  6:00 PM
  
  Birmingham
  Great Charles St Queensway
  
  7:55 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $7
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/26/2026 6:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/26/2026 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
- National Express
  
  1h 15m
  
  0
  
  8:45 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Cardiff
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $4
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 8/26/2026 8:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/26/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save $1

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 45m	4:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	7:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/27/2026 4:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/27/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
FlixBus	4h 25m	8:50 AM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	1:15 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/27/2026 8:50:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/27/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
FlixBus	4h 5m	1:00 PM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	5:05 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/27/2026 1:00:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/27/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	3h 30m	4:55 PM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	8:25 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/27/2026 4:55:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/27/2026 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
National Express	4h 30m	12:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	4:30 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/27/2026 12:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/27/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 30m	9:30 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	1:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/28/2026 9:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/28/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
National Express	3h 45m	4:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	7:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/28/2026 4:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/28/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
National Express	5h 0m	5:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	10:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/28/2026 5:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/28/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
FlixBus	4h 25m	8:50 AM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	1:15 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/28/2026 8:50:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/28/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
FlixBus	3h 30m	4:55 PM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	8:25 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/28/2026 4:55:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/28/2026 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Cardiff via Bristol, you can save more than $1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  4h 0m
  
  0
  
  6:00 PM
  
  Birmingham
  Great Charles St Queensway
  
  7:55 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $7
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/26/2026 6:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/26/2026 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
- National Express
  
  1h 15m
  
  0
  
  8:45 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Cardiff
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $4
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 8/26/2026 8:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/26/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save $1

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 30m	9:30 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	1:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/29/2026 9:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/29/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
National Express	2h 35m	1:30 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	4:05 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/29/2026 1:30:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/29/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
National Express	3h 30m	4:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	7:30 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/29/2026 4:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/29/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
FlixBus	4h 25m	8:50 AM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	1:15 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/29/2026 8:50:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/29/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
FlixBus	4h 5m	1:00 PM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	5:05 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/29/2026 1:00:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/29/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 30m	9:30 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	1:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/30/2026 9:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/30/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
National Express	3h 30m	4:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	7:30 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/30/2026 4:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/30/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
National Express	2h 35m	1:30 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	4:05 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/30/2026 1:30:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/30/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
FlixBus	4h 25m	8:50 AM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	1:15 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/30/2026 8:50:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/30/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
FlixBus	4h 5m	1:00 PM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	5:05 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/30/2026 1:00:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/30/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 30m	9:30 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	1:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/31/2026 9:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/31/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
National Express	3h 30m	4:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	7:30 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/31/2026 4:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/31/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
National Express	2h 35m	1:30 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	4:05 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/31/2026 1:30:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/31/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
FlixBus	4h 25m	8:50 AM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	1:15 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/31/2026 8:50:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/31/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
FlixBus	4h 5m	1:00 PM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	5:05 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 8/31/2026 1:00:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/31/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Birmingham to Cardiff is $10 on 9/18/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Birmingham and Cardiff

See here how frequent the connections between Birmingham and Cardiff are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily buses from Birmingham to Cardiff. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 11 daily coaches between Birmingham and Cardiff.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 51 buses from Birmingham to Cardiff, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Cardiff, with 9 offers.

Facts about the bus from Birmingham to Cardiff

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 12 times every day by bus from Birmingham to Cardiff in one click! Book your bus ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff starting from $10!

Cheapest Bus	$10
Fastest Bus	2h 35m
Earliest Bus	8:50 AM
Latest Bus	9:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	12 Ø
Distance	88.5 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Birmingham to Cardiff

Every day, 12 buses from 2 bus companies leave Birmingham for Cardiff: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 08/23

Monday 08/24

Tuesday 08/25

$13

Wednesday 08/26

$13

Thursday 08/27

$12

Friday 08/28

$13

Saturday 08/29

$30

Sunday 08/30

$12

Monday 08/31

$12

Tuesday 09/01

$10

Wednesday 09/02

$10

Thursday 09/03

$10

Friday 09/04

$10

Saturday 09/05

$10

Sunday 09/06

$10

Monday 09/07

$10

Tuesday 09/08

$10

Wednesday 09/09

$10

Thursday 09/10

$15

Friday 09/11

$10

Saturday 09/12

$23

Sunday 09/13

$10

Monday 09/14

$10

Tuesday 09/15

$10

Wednesday 09/16

$10

Thursday 09/17

$15

Friday 09/18

$10

Saturday 09/19

The cheapest time to travel from Birmingham to Cardiff

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $10, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Birmingham to Cardiff. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $10.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff, with $12. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $16.

How to save money travelling from Birmingham to Cardiff

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Birmingham to Cardiff, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Birmingham to Cardiff are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Birmingham to Cardiff

These are the most booked bus companies between Birmingham to Cardiff from our users.

National Express from Birmingham to Cardiff

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Birmingham to Cardiff:

Cheapest Price	$12
Fastest Bus	2h 35m
Earliest Bus	12:00 PM
Last Bus	9:00 PM
Daily Connections	8 Ø
Found on	8/25/2026

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Cardiff

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Birmingham and Cardiff.

Coach Station

Mill Lane

Bearwood

Hagley Road

Brunel Street

Brunel St

Great Charles St Queensway

Great Charles Street Queensway 142

Moor Street

Birmingham Moor Street

Kingsway Bus Stop

North Rd

University

Park Place 50

Coach Station

Sophia Gardens 2

Gabalfa Interchange

North Road 213

Bus Interchange

Central Square 3

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Birmingham to Cardiff? Compare all modes of transports from Birmingham to Cardiff.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Birmingham to Cardiff

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Birmingham to Cardiff? Or which bus companies serve the route Birmingham to Cardiff? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Birmingham to Cardiff bus

How much does a Birmingham Cardiff bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $10 and takes 3h 45m to reach Cardiff. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Birmingham to Cardiff?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $10 and $33. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cardiff.

On average, how many connections are available from Birmingham to Cardiff each day?

Every day, the Birmingham to Cardiff bus route is served by approximately 12 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Birmingham to Cardiff take?

The fastest bus from Birmingham to Cardiff is offered by National Express and takes 2h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $12. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The earliest bus arriving in Cardiff from Birmingham starts at 8:50 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The latest bus trip departing from Birmingham for Cardiff starts at 9:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Birmingham Cardiff route?

When traveling by bus from Birmingham to Cardiff, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Cardiff?

You can check all the direct connections between Birmingham and Cardiff by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Birmingham to Cardiff bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Birmingham Cardiff bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birmingham Cardiff bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Birmingham to Cardiff on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Birmingham to Cardiff?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 12 daily trips between Birmingham and Cardiff. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Birmingham to Cardiff?

Prices and availability for 12 trips between Birmingham and Cardiff change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Birmingham to Cardiff

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Birmingham and to Cardiff

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Birmingham and to Cardiff. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!