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Today25 Jun
from US$52
Tomorrow26 Jun
from US$17
Fri27 Jun
from US$15
Sat28 Jun
from US$13
Sun29 Jun
from US$13
Mon30 Jun
from US$13
Tue1 Jul
from US$10
Wed2 Jul
from US$10

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 26 June at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 26 June at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Victoria Coach Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 26 June at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)
    Arrival time: 26 June at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Earl's Court
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 June at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Sophia Gardens
    Arrival time: 26 June at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Victoria Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 June at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 26 June at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 June at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Sophia Gardens
    Arrival time: 26 June at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Victoria Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to London

Bus
Average priceUS$8 - US$85Average duration3h 40m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$49 - US$329Average duration1h 56m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$7 - US$35Average duration2h 50m
9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cardiff to London

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

149bus per day
3h 40mAverage duration
US$8Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cardiff to London: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$15
Average bus trip duration3h 40m
Number of daily buses148.97163120567382
Earliest bus departure00:45
Distance132 miles
Latest bus departure23:40

Cardiff to London Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Cardiff to London. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Cardiff to London will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to London from Cardiff, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - London

  1. How far is London from Cardiff by coach?

    The distance between Cardiff and London by coach is approximately 132 miles (212 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach London from Cardiff without a car?

    You can travel to London from Cardiff by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
23/06
US$70
24/06
US$37
Today
US$14
26/06
US$14
27/06
US$13
28/06
US$11
29/06
US$11
30/06
US$11
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cardiff to London was searched and found on 30 Jun 2025 with a price of US$11

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

You can expect to pay from US$11 to US$81 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$11, which is on 2025-06-30.

Usually Flixbus (GB) 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

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 London!

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cardiff to London.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Cardiff to London.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Cardiff to London?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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