Bus from Cardiff to Bristol from $4

Compare 2 companies and find the best price with CheckMyBus
Search for your destination Millions of deals worldwide
Compare results Save up to 70%
Find the right bus for you Easy and transparent

Compare all timetables for the bus from Cardiff to Bristol

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cardiff to Bristol from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.
today
$4
tomorrow
$4
Sunday
$8
Monday
$4
Tuesday
$7
Wednesday
$8
Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 1h 15m 6:05 PM Cardiff Coach Station 7:20 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $4
National Express 1h 15m 8:15 PM Cardiff Coach Station 9:30 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $4
National Express 1h 5m 10:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 11:15 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $4
FlixBus 1h 15m 12:45 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 2:00 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 15m 2:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 3:25 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 1h 5m 2:45 AM Cardiff Coach Station 3:50 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $4
National Express 1h 5m 4:45 AM Cardiff Coach Station 5:50 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $4
National Express 1h 15m 6:05 PM Cardiff Coach Station 7:20 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $4
FlixBus 1h 15m 12:45 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 2:00 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 15m 1:40 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 2:55 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 20m 4:40 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 6:00 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 25m 6:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 7:35 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 30m 6:45 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 8:15 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8
National Express 1h 5m 6:15 PM Cardiff University 7:20 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $9
National Express 1h 5m 8:25 PM Cardiff University 9:30 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $9

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 1h 5m 2:35 AM Cardiff Coach Station 3:40 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $4
National Express 1h 10m 4:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 5:40 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $4
National Express 1h 20m 4:30 PM Cardiff Coach Station 5:50 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $4
FlixBus 1h 15m 12:45 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 2:00 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 15m 2:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 3:25 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 1h 5m 2:35 AM Cardiff Coach Station 3:40 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $7
National Express 1h 10m 4:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 5:40 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $7
National Express 1h 25m 6:25 AM Cardiff Coach Station 7:50 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $7
FlixBus 1h 15m 12:45 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 2:00 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 15m 2:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 3:25 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 15m 12:45 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 2:00 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 15m 2:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 3:25 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 15m 3:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 4:25 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 20m 4:40 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 6:00 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 25m 6:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 7:35 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $8

Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Bristol

See here how frequent the connections between Cardiff and Bristol are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 40 daily buses from Cardiff to Bristol. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 24 daily coaches between Cardiff and Bristol.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 70 buses from Cardiff to Bristol, while Night sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Bristol, with 38 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/21/2026 costs just $4, from National Express

Facts about the bus from Cardiff to Bristol

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 34 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Bristol in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Bristol starting from $4!

Cheapest Bus $4
Fastest Bus 1h 0m
Earliest Bus 12:45 AM
Latest Bus 11:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes 34 Ø
Distance 25.5 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Cardiff to Bristol

Every day, 34 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cardiff for Bristol: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/24/2026 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
$4
Saturday 07/25
$4
Sunday 07/26
$9
Monday 07/27
$8
Tuesday 07/28
$7
Wednesday 07/29
$8
Thursday 07/30
Friday 07/31
$4
Saturday 08/01
$4
Sunday 08/02
$9
Monday 08/03
$4
Tuesday 08/04
$8
Wednesday 08/05
$4
Thursday 08/06
$8
Friday 08/07
$8
Saturday 08/08
$4
Sunday 08/09
$4
Monday 08/10
$4
Tuesday 08/11
Wednesday 08/12
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Bristol

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to Bristol, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $4, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cardiff to Bristol. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $4.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Bristol, with $4. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $7.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff to Bristol

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 Cardiff to Bristol 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 Cardiff to Bristol, 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 Cardiff to Bristol are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Bristol

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

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 Cardiff to Bristol? Compare all modes of transports from Cardiff to Bristol.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Bristol

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

FAQs about the Cardiff to Bristol bus

How much does a Cardiff Bristol bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $4 and takes 1h 15m to reach Bristol. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $4 and $21. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bristol.

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

Every day, the Cardiff to Bristol bus route is served by approximately 34 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Cardiff to Bristol is offered by National Express and takes 1h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $4. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Bristol?

The earliest bus arriving in Bristol from Cardiff starts at 12:45 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 Cardiff to Bristol?

The latest bus trip departing from Cardiff for Bristol starts at 11:25 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 Cardiff Bristol route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bristol?

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

What can I take with me on the Cardiff to Bristol 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 Cardiff Bristol 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 Cardiff Bristol 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 Cardiff to Bristol on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Cardiff and to Bristol

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cardiff and to Bristol. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
Buses Pembroke - Cardiff Buses Pembroke - Cardiff
Bus to Cardiff from Stansted Mountfitchet Bus to Cardiff from Stansted Mountfitchet
Buses to Cardiff from Pembroke Dock Buses to Cardiff from Pembroke Dock
Buses to Cardiff from Milton Keynes Buses to Cardiff from Milton Keynes
Buses Bridgend to Bristol Buses Bridgend to Bristol
Bus Paignton - Bristol Bus Paignton - Bristol
Cumbernauld to Bristol bus Cumbernauld to Bristol bus
Luton to Bristol bus Luton to Bristol bus
Popular Airport Shuttles to Cardiff and to Bristol
CheckMyBus › Buses in United Kingdom › Bus to Cardiff › Bus to Bristol

The CheckMyBus App

Free Download

App Store
CheckMyBus App
Close
GPDR CheckMyBus shield

We value your privacy!

To

show

you

the

best

bus

offers,

we

and

our

partners

use

technical,

analytical,

and

marketing

cookies

to

personalize

the

ads.

We

remember

your

anonymized

details

to

provide

a

personalized

experience.