Bus Cardiff to Liverpool - Compare all Companies

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

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$20

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$20

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	12h 5m	7:10 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	7:15 PM	Liverpool	One Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 7:10:00 AM to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/7/2026 7:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
FlixBus	10h 50m	5:00 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	3:50 PM	Liverpool	One Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 5:00:00 AM to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/7/2026 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
FlixBus	12h 10m	1:40 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	1:50 PM	Liverpool	One Bus Station	Economy	$22	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 1:40:00 AM to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/7/2026 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
National Express	7h 35m	9:35 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	5:10 PM	Liverpool	Edge Lane Drive	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 9:35:00 AM to Edge Lane Drive, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/7/2026 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
National Express	7h 55m	9:35 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	5:30 PM	Liverpool	One Bus Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 9:35:00 AM to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/7/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	10h 50m	5:00 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	3:50 PM	Liverpool	One Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 5:00:00 AM to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
FlixBus	12h 10m	1:40 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	1:50 PM	Liverpool	One Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 1:40:00 AM to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
FlixBus	11h 25m	1:05 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	12:30 AM	Liverpool	One Bus Station	Economy	$22	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 1:05:00 PM to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
National Express	7h 55m	9:35 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	5:30 PM	Liverpool	One Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 9:35:00 AM to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
National Express	7h 35m	9:35 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	5:10 PM	Liverpool	Edge Lane Drive	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 9:35:00 AM to Edge Lane Drive, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cardiff to Liverpool is $18 on 9/16/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Liverpool

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Cardiff to Liverpool. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Cardiff and Liverpool.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 8 buses from Cardiff to Liverpool, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Liverpool, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cardiff to Liverpool

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 10 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Liverpool in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool starting from $18!

Cheapest Bus	$18
Fastest Bus	7h 35m
Earliest Bus	1:40 AM
Latest Bus	6:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	10 Ø
Distance	133.4 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Cardiff to Liverpool

Every day, 10 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cardiff for Liverpool: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

$20

Tuesday 09/08

$18

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

$20

Friday 09/11

$26

Saturday 09/12

$20

Sunday 09/13

Monday 09/14

Tuesday 09/15

Wednesday 09/16

$18

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

$21

Sunday 09/20

$22

Monday 09/21

$23

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

$22

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

$22

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Liverpool

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

With a price starting from $20, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cardiff to Liverpool. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $20.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Liverpool, with $18. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $28.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff to Liverpool

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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool, 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 Liverpool are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Liverpool

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

University

Park Place 50

Kingsway Bus Stop

North Rd

Coach Station

Sophia Gardens 2

Gabalfa Interchange

North Road 213

Bus Interchange

Central Square 3

Edge Lane Drive

One Bus Station

Canning Pl

University of

Brownlow Hill

Botanic Park

Edge Lane 271

South Parkway

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Liverpool

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

FAQs about the Cardiff to Liverpool bus

How much does a Cardiff Liverpool bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $18 and takes 10h 50m to reach Liverpool. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $18 and $38. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Liverpool.

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

Every day, the Cardiff to Liverpool bus route is served by approximately 10 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Cardiff to Liverpool is offered by National Express and takes 7h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $24. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Liverpool?

The earliest bus arriving in Liverpool from Cardiff starts at 1:40 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 Liverpool?

The latest bus trip departing from Cardiff for Liverpool starts at 6:10 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 Liverpool route?

When traveling by bus from Cardiff to Liverpool, 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 Liverpool?

You can check all the direct connections between Cardiff and Liverpool 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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Cardiff and to Liverpool

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