How can I travel from Birmingham to Cardiff without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are practical and sustainable ways to travel to Cardiff. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long does it take to get to Cardiff from Birmingham by bus?

Traveling from Birmingham to Cardiff takes about 3h 40m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 2h 25m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 88 miles (142 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Birmingham to Cardiff?

Birmingham and Cardiff are 88 miles (142 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The majority of buses traveling from Birmingham to Cardiff start their journey at Coach Station and wind up at Sophia Gardens. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the most affordable way to get from Birmingham to Cardiff?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Birmingham to Cardiff by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $7.

How much are the bus tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The bus ticket costs $20 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $7 to $51, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Birmingham to Cardiff?

Yes, a day trip from Birmingham to Cardiff is definitely doable. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 4h 50m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Cardiff before making your way back to Birmingham.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cardiff?

Once in Cardiff, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are St John the Baptist Church, Cardiff Bay, St Fagans National Museum of History, Techniquest and Castell Coch (Red Castle).

Birmingham to Cardiff Bus Tickets

TodayApr 29

from $12

TomorrowApr 30

from $10

ThuMay 1

from $11

FriMay 2

from $12

SatMay 3

from $12

SunMay 4

from $12

MonMay 5

TueMay 6

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 30 at 10:00am
Departure city: Birmingham
Departure location: Coach Station
Arrival time: April 30 at 12:40pm
Destination city: Cardiff
Destination location: Sophia Gardens
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 40m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 30 at 10:00am
Departure city: Birmingham
Departure location: Coach Station
Arrival time: April 30 at 12:25pm
Destination city: Cardiff
Destination location: Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 25m
Departure time: April 30 at 1:00am
Departure city: Birmingham
Departure location: Coach Station
Arrival time: April 30 at 5:45am
Destination city: Cardiff
Destination location: Sophia Gardens
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 45m
Departure time: April 30 at 1:05pm
Departure city: Birmingham
Departure location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
Arrival time: April 30 at 5:10pm
Destination city: Cardiff
Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 5m
Departure time: April 30 at 1:00am
Departure city: Birmingham
Departure location: Coach Station
Arrival time: April 30 at 5:45am
Destination city: Cardiff
Destination location: Sophia Gardens
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 45m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Cardiff.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $51	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$28 - $195	Average Duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $26	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the train from Birmingham to Cardiff

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 55mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest ticket

3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Birmingham to Cardiff: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$20

Average bus trip duration3h 40m

Number of daily buses14

Earliest bus departure1:00am

Distance88 miles (141 km)

Latest bus departure9:00pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,432 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,162 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

According to customer reviews, Mega Coach provides great services with very kind and polite staff. Customers appreciate the assistance from the driver and customer service team. However, there have been reports of delays and a half-hour break taken by the driver during the journey.

Megabus Birmingham Cardiff recent customer reviews

No plugs were working and as a 20 year old girl travelling over 2 hours I need battery I brought my charger and phone was full before hand but still something that should be working . As someone with anxiety not being able to keep in contact as my phone died wasn’t good. Also was very harsh breaking my stuff went flying on the floor and dropped my bag which my mac book was in

Emily R.

November 1, 2024

I enjoyed the cool and smooth journey. The journey was pleasant and the atmosphere in the bus in addition to the space was very good

Joan N.

August 7, 2024

Bus was late with one hour and the driver has also taken a half hour break during the Journey.

Tom D.

June 1, 2023

Infobus

4/5463 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Cardiff?

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Birmingham Airport

C - Bearwood

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Stops in Cardiff

A - Sophia Gardens

B - Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)

C - Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop

D - National Museum

E - Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens

F - Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate

Frequently asked questions for your trip Birmingham - Cardiff

How can I travel from Birmingham to Cardiff without a car?
How long does it take to get to Cardiff from Birmingham by bus?
What is the travel distance from Birmingham to Cardiff?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Birmingham to Cardiff?
What is the most affordable way to get from Birmingham to Cardiff?
How much are the bus tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff?
Is it possible to take a day trip from Birmingham to Cardiff?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cardiff?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/27

$16

04/28

$5

Today

$12

04/30

$10

05/01

$11

05/02

$12

05/03

$12

05/04

$12

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Cardiff was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $67 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-04-30.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Birmingham to Cardiff.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Birmingham to Cardiff, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Birmingham to Cardiff will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Birmingham to Cardiff while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Cardiff?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Birmingham - Cardiff

How can I travel from Birmingham to Cardiff without a car?

How long does it take to get to Cardiff from Birmingham by bus?

What is the travel distance from Birmingham to Cardiff?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Birmingham to Cardiff?

What is the most affordable way to get from Birmingham to Cardiff?

How much are the bus tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff?

Is it possible to take a day trip from Birmingham to Cardiff?

What are the best sights and things to do in Cardiff?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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