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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
tomorrow
$10
Saturday
$10
Sunday
$19
Monday
$11
Tuesday
$10
Wednesday
$10

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 45m 1:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:45 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $10
National Express 4h 35m 1:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:35 AM Cardiff University  Economy $10
FlixBus 4h 25m 8:50 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 1:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $11
FlixBus 4h 5m 1:00 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 5:05 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $12
FlixBus 3h 30m 4:55 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 8:25 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $12

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 35m 1:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:35 AM Cardiff University  Economy $10
National Express 4h 45m 1:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:45 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $10
National Express 6h 0m 5:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 11:00 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $13
National Express 4h 5m 8:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 12:05 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $13
National Express 4h 35m 8:15 PM Birmingham Coach Station 12:50 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $13

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 2h 35m 10:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 12:35 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 2h 35m 3:00 PM Birmingham Coach Station 5:35 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 2h 40m 4:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station 7:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 2h 40m 5:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station 8:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 2h 25m 10:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 12:25 PM Cardiff University  Economy $19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Cardiff via Bristol, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 20m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      7:55 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      8:00 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      9:20 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 25m 8:50 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 1:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $11
FlixBus 2h 50m 10:15 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 1:05 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $11
FlixBus 4h 5m 1:00 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 5:05 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $12
National Express 4h 45m 1:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:45 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $13
National Express 6h 0m 5:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 11:00 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $13

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 45m 1:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:45 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $10
National Express 2h 40m 10:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 12:40 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $10
National Express 3h 0m 3:00 PM Birmingham Coach Station 6:00 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $10
FlixBus 3h 30m 4:55 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 8:25 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $11
FlixBus 4h 25m 8:50 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 1:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $12

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 35m 1:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:35 AM Cardiff University  Economy $10
National Express 2h 25m 10:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 12:25 PM Cardiff University  Economy $10
National Express 4h 45m 1:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 5:45 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $10
National Express 2h 40m 10:00 AM Birmingham Coach Station 12:40 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $10
National Express 3h 0m 3:00 PM Birmingham Coach Station 6:00 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $10

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Birmingham to Cardiff is $10 on 7/25/2026. 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.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily buses from Birmingham to Cardiff. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 11 daily coaches between Birmingham and Cardiff.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 34 buses from Birmingham to Cardiff, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Cardiff, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Birmingham to Cardiff

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 13 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 25m
Earliest Bus 1:00 AM
Latest Bus 8:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes 13 Ø
Distance 88.5 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Birmingham to Cardiff

Every day, 13 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 07/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
Friday 07/24
$10
Saturday 07/25
$10
Sunday 07/26
$10
Monday 07/27
$11
Tuesday 07/28
$10
Wednesday 07/29
$10
Thursday 07/30
$13
Friday 07/31
$10
Saturday 08/01
$14
Sunday 08/02
$15
Monday 08/03
$14
Tuesday 08/04
$10
Wednesday 08/05
$10
Thursday 08/06
$13
Friday 08/07
$10
Saturday 08/08
$10
Sunday 08/09
$14
Monday 08/10
$10
Tuesday 08/11
$10
Wednesday 08/12
$10
Thursday 08/13
$10
Friday 08/14
$10
Saturday 08/15

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, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Birmingham to Cardiff. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $10.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff, with $10. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $13.

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

National Express

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

Cheapest Price $10
Fastest Bus 2h 25m
Earliest Bus 1:00 AM
Last Bus 8:15 PM
Daily Connections 11 Ø
Found on 6/28/2026

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.

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 4h 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 $30. 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 13 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 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $22. 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 1:00 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 8:15 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.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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