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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: May 1 atDeparture city: CardiffDeparture location: Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)Arrival time: May 2 atDestination city: SouthamptonDestination location: University of SouthamptonOperated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: May 1 atDeparture city: CardiffDeparture location: Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)Arrival time: May 1 atDestination city: SouthamptonDestination location: University of SouthamptonOperated by: National ExpressVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: May 1 atDeparture city: CardiffDeparture location: Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)Arrival time: May 1 atDestination city: SouthamptonDestination location: University of SouthamptonOperated by: National ExpressVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: May 1 atDeparture city: CardiffDeparture location: Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)Arrival time: May 1 atDestination city: SouthamptonDestination location: University of SouthamptonOperated by: National ExpressVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: May 1 atDeparture city: CardiffDeparture location: Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)Arrival time: May 1 atDestination city: SouthamptonDestination location: University of SouthamptonOperated by: National ExpressVehicle: BusDuration:
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Busbud recommends carpooling from Cardiff to SouthamptonAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 29152 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $18.00
National Express Cardiff Southampton recent customer reviews
Very helpful drivers, great info about getting to our final destination. Pretty full as it was half-term but journey was good. Looking forward to the return trip in 16 days time. Good value for money.
Judith H.
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The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Southampton was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Southampton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $17 to $67 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-04-30.
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Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cardiff and Southampton!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cardiff to Southampton, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cardiff to Southampton will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
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The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
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