Cardiff to Bristol Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Cardiff and Bristol?

The distance between these two places is a total of 45 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Cardiff and Bristol?

The average travel time between the stations is 01:12 hours.

Q: How much is a bus ticket from Cardiff to Bristol?

The price of a bus ticket from Cardiff to Bristol ranges from £9 to £28.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Cardiff to Bristol?

The average number of daily departures is 15. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: How many direct buses are there from Cardiff to Bristol?

There are 15 from Cardiff to Bristol. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Cardiff to Bristol?

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How can I travel from Cardiff to Bristol by bus?

To travel from Cardiff to Bristol by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between Cardiff and Bristol?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the first and last buses leave Cardiff?

The first bus departs at 02:35, and the last bus departs at 23:40.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Cardiff to Bristol?

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

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Cardiff to Bristol Route Overview

Cardiff to Bristol bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 15 daily bus departures available, including 1 night bus. The earliest bus departs from Cardiff at 02:35h, arriving at Bristol at 03:40h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 23:40h, arriving at 00:45h the following day.

Departure station and country Cardiff, United Kingdom

Arrival station and country Bristol, United Kingdom

Travel Distance 45 mi

Average Trip Duration 01h 12min

Total Departures 15

Popular Operators National Express

Lowest Price £9

Transportation Options Coach, Train, Plane

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Cardiff to Bristol:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

02:35 Cardiff Sophia Gardens

1h 5min

03:40 Bristol Bus Station

National Express

from 10.5 HRK

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04:30 Cardiff Sophia Gardens

1h 10min

05:40 Bristol Bus Station

National Express

from 10.5 HRK

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06:25 Cardiff Sophia Gardens

1h 25min

07:50 Bristol Bus Station

National Express

from 10.5 HRK

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08:30 Cardiff Sophia Gardens

1h 20min

09:50 Bristol Bus Station

National Express

from 10.5 HRK

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10:40 Cardiff Sophia Gardens

1h 10min

11:50 Bristol Bus Station

National Express

from 10.5 HRK

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Traveling by coach from Cardiff to Bristol

The shortest travel distance between Cardiff and Bristol is 45 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 22:15 has a travel time of 01:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 01:25h. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Bristol earlier, there is 1 night coach departing from Cardiff to Bristol. The overnight coach departs at 23:40 and arrives at 00:45 the following day. Below is the most popular night departure to Bristol:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

23:40 Cardiff Sophia Gardens

1h 5min

00:45 Bristol Bus Station

National Express

from 10 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 24. Oct

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Bus companies operating the Cardiff to Bristol route

National Express is the carrier operating this route. The company has been reviewed 314 times by travellers. Below is their average rating.

8.2 National Express

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Cardiff or Bristol coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.

Cardiff

You can see information about the departure station and stops Cardiff here

Bristol

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Bristol here

Cheapest tickets

Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £9 (One-Way) or £18 (Return).

Travel reviews for Cardiff to Bristol bus

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Other popular destinations from Cardiff

If you're wondering which other destinations you can visit when travelling from Cardiff, below are some of the most popular routes that other travellers have booked tickets for:

Cardiff - Bridgend

Cardiff - Bristol (Airport)

Cardiff - Port Talbot

Cardiff - Stansted Airport

Cardiff - Lodz

Cardiff - Wolverhampton

Cardiff - Chesterfield

Cardiff - Manchester (Airport)

Other popular destinations from Bristol

If you're looking for inspiration for where to travel next once you've reached Bristol, here is a list of the most popular routes that our travellers have previously booked tickets for:

Bristol - Stansted Airport

Bristol - Weston-super-Mare

Bristol - London Luton (Airport)