Bus Plymouth to Cardiff: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Plymouth to Cardiff

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

today

$20

tomorrow

$20

Sunday

$25

Monday

$21

Tuesday

$17

Wednesday

$24

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 40m	3:40 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	9:20 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 3:40:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 9:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
FlixBus	6h 15m	7:10 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	1:25 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 7:10:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
FlixBus	6h 10m	6:00 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	12:10 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 6:00:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 12:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	5h 50m	5:10 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	11:00 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 5:10:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	6h 15m	12:15 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	6:30 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 12:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 20m	1:20 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	7:40 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 1:20:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	5h 35m	5:25 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	11:00 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 5:25:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
National Express	5h 30m	12:25 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	5:55 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 12:25:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
National Express	6h 10m	3:50 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	10:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 3:50:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	6h 30m	7:35 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	2:05 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 7:35:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 20m	1:20 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	7:40 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 1:20:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	5h 35m	5:25 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	11:00 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 5:25:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
National Express	6h 10m	3:50 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	10:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 3:50:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	6h 30m	7:35 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	2:05 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 7:35:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
National Express	5h 30m	12:25 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	5:55 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 12:25:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 50m	5:10 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	11:00 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 5:10:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	6h 45m	7:20 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	2:05 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 7:20:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
National Express	6h 20m	1:20 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	7:40 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 1:20:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	5h 50m	12:25 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	6:15 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$37	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 12:25:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	6h 30m	3:30 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	10:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 3:30:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	6h 10m	6:00 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	12:10 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 6:00:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 12:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
FlixBus	5h 25m	7:55 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	1:20 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 7:55:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
FlixBus	5h 25m	11:05 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	4:30 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 11:05:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
FlixBus	5h 15m	7:10 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	12:25 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 7:10:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 12:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
FlixBus	6h 26m	11:59 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	6:25 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 11:59:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 26m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 20m	1:20 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	7:40 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 1:20:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	5h 15m	8:50 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	2:05 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 8:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
National Express	5h 50m	12:25 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	6:15 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 12:25:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	6h 30m	3:30 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	10:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 3:30:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m

Frequency of bus connections between Plymouth and Cardiff

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

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Plymouth to Cardiff. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Plymouth and Cardiff.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 12 buses from Plymouth to Cardiff, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Plymouth and Cardiff, with 4 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/20/2026 costs just $15, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Plymouth to Cardiff

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from Plymouth to Cardiff in one click! Book your bus ticket from Plymouth to Cardiff starting from $15!

Cheapest Bus	$15
Fastest Bus	5h 15m
Earliest Bus	5:10 AM
Latest Bus	3:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	87.2 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Plymouth to Cardiff

Every day, 5 buses from 2 bus companies leave Plymouth for Cardiff: 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

$20

Saturday 07/25

$20

Sunday 07/26

$25

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

$17

Wednesday 07/29

$24

Thursday 07/30

$19

Friday 07/31

$20

Saturday 08/01

$19

Sunday 08/02

$25

Monday 08/03

$23

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$33

Friday 08/07

$18

Saturday 08/08

$29

Sunday 08/09

$29

Monday 08/10

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

$24

Thursday 08/13

$16

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Plymouth to Cardiff

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

With a price starting from $17, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Plymouth to Cardiff. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $25.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Plymouth to Cardiff, with $16. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $20.

How to save money travelling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Cardiff are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Plymouth and Cardiff

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

Coach Station

Armada Way 165

Marsh Mills

Plymouth Road 300

Port

University

Drake Circus 40

Bus Station Bretonside

Breton Side 4

University

Park Place 50

Kingsway Bus Stop

North Rd

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Plymouth to Cardiff

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

FAQs about the Plymouth to Cardiff bus

How much does a Plymouth Cardiff bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $15 and takes 6h 10m to reach Cardiff. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $15 and $43. 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 Plymouth to Cardiff each day?

Every day, the Plymouth to Cardiff bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Plymouth to Cardiff is offered by FlixBus and takes 5h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $17. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Plymouth to Cardiff?

The earliest bus arriving in Cardiff from Plymouth starts at 5:10 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 Plymouth to Cardiff?

The latest bus trip departing from Plymouth for Cardiff starts at 3:30 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 Plymouth Cardiff route?

When traveling by bus from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Cardiff?

You can check all the direct connections between Plymouth 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Cardiff on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Plymouth and to Cardiff

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