Bus Bournemouth to Cardiff - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Bournemouth to Cardiff

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

today

$37

tomorrow

$34

Monday

$17

Tuesday

$13

Wednesday

$24

Thursday

$17

Friday

$13

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	9h 50m	3:00 PM	Bournemouth	University	12:50 AM	Cardiff	University	Economy	$37	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/6/2026 3:00:00 PM to University, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/7/2026 12:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
National Express	9h 45m	3:00 PM	Bournemouth	University	12:45 AM	Cardiff	Gabalfa Interchange	Economy	$37	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/6/2026 3:00:00 PM to Gabalfa Interchange, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/7/2026 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
FlixBus	6h 35m	12:55 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$41	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/6/2026 12:55:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/6/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
National Express	6h 40m	7:15 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	1:55 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$42	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/6/2026 7:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/7/2026 1:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
FlixBus	7h 25m	3:20 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	10:45 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/6/2026 3:20:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/6/2026 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Cardiff via Branksome, you can save more than $19? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  Save more than 51%
  
  7h 17m
  
  Bournemouth
  
  2 mi
  
  4:18 AM
  
  Branksome
  Station
  
  11:35 AM
  
  Cardiff
  Gabalfa Interchange
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Station, Branksome (United Kingdom) at 6/6/2026 4:18:00 AM to Gabalfa Interchange, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/6/2026 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 17m
Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Cardiff via Bristol, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  8h 15m
  
  0
  
  3:00 PM
  
  Bournemouth
  University
  
  9:55 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $23
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/7/2026 3:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/7/2026 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
- FlixBus
  
  1h 15m
  
  0
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  11:15 PM
  
  Cardiff
  Kingsway Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $7
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 6/7/2026 10:00:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/7/2026 11:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
Travel time is 1h 40m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	6h 50m	5:20 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	12:10 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/7/2026 5:20:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/7/2026 12:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
National Express	7h 15m	8:30 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	3:45 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/7/2026 8:30:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/8/2026 3:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
National Express	7h 5m	8:30 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	3:35 AM	Cardiff	University	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/7/2026 8:30:00 PM to University, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/8/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
National Express	7h 0m	8:30 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	3:30 AM	Cardiff	Gabalfa Interchange	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/7/2026 8:30:00 PM to Gabalfa Interchange, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/8/2026 3:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
FlixBus	7h 25m	3:20 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	10:45 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$37	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/7/2026 3:20:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/7/2026 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Cardiff via Branksome, you can save more than $9? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  Save more than 26%
  
  7h 7m
  
  Bournemouth
  
  2 mi
  
  5:48 AM
  
  Branksome
  Station
  
  12:55 PM
  
  Cardiff
  Gabalfa Interchange
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $25
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Station, Branksome (United Kingdom) at 6/7/2026 5:48:00 AM to Gabalfa Interchange, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/7/2026 12:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 7m
Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Cardiff via Bristol, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  8h 15m
  
  0
  
  3:00 PM
  
  Bournemouth
  University
  
  9:55 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/8/2026 3:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/8/2026 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
- FlixBus
  
  1h 15m
  
  0
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  11:15 PM
  
  Cardiff
  Kingsway Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $9
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 6/8/2026 10:00:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/8/2026 11:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 40m	7:15 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	1:55 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/8/2026 7:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/9/2026 1:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
National Express	7h 15m	3:20 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	10:35 PM	Cardiff	University	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/8/2026 3:20:00 PM to University, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/8/2026 10:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
National Express	6h 30m	7:15 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	1:45 AM	Cardiff	University	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/8/2026 7:15:00 PM to University, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/9/2026 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
FlixBus	7h 25m	3:20 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	10:45 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$26	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/8/2026 3:20:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/8/2026 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
FlixBus	7h 5m	11:30 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	6:35 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$26	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/8/2026 11:30:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/8/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 15m	10:05 AM	Bournemouth	University	6:20 PM	Cardiff	University	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/9/2026 10:05:00 AM to University, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/9/2026 6:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
National Express	7h 45m	8:25 AM	Bournemouth	University	4:10 PM	Cardiff	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/9/2026 8:25:00 AM to University, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/9/2026 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
National Express	7h 55m	8:25 AM	Bournemouth	University	4:20 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/9/2026 8:25:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/9/2026 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
FlixBus	7h 25m	3:20 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	10:45 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/9/2026 3:20:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/9/2026 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
FlixBus	7h 5m	11:30 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	6:35 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/9/2026 11:30:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/9/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 0m	7:15 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	3:15 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/10/2026 7:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/11/2026 3:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
National Express	7h 50m	7:15 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	3:05 AM	Cardiff	University	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/10/2026 7:15:00 PM to University, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/11/2026 3:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
National Express	7h 45m	7:15 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	3:00 AM	Cardiff	Gabalfa Interchange	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/10/2026 7:15:00 PM to Gabalfa Interchange, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/11/2026 3:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
FlixBus	6h 35m	12:55 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$31	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/10/2026 12:55:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/10/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
FlixBus	7h 25m	3:20 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	10:45 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$32	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/10/2026 3:20:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/10/2026 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Cardiff via Bristol, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  8h 30m
  
  0
  
  10:05 AM
  
  Bournemouth
  University
  
  4:45 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/9/2026 10:05:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/9/2026 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
- FlixBus
  
  1h 40m
  
  0
  
  4:55 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  6:35 PM
  
  Cardiff
  Kingsway Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $6
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 6/9/2026 4:55:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/9/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
Travel time is 1h 55m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 0m	7:15 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	3:15 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/11/2026 7:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/12/2026 3:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
National Express	8h 0m	2:30 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	10:30 PM	Cardiff	University	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/11/2026 2:30:00 PM to University, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/11/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
National Express	7h 50m	7:15 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	3:05 AM	Cardiff	University	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/11/2026 7:15:00 PM to University, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/12/2026 3:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
FlixBus	7h 25m	3:20 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	10:45 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$26	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/11/2026 3:20:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/11/2026 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
FlixBus	8h 5m	8:25 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	4:30 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$26	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/11/2026 8:25:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/11/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 45m	3:00 PM	Bournemouth	University	10:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/12/2026 3:00:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/12/2026 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
National Express	7h 30m	3:00 PM	Bournemouth	University	10:30 PM	Cardiff	Gabalfa Interchange	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/12/2026 3:00:00 PM to Gabalfa Interchange, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/12/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
National Express	7h 35m	3:00 PM	Bournemouth	University	10:35 PM	Cardiff	University	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/12/2026 3:00:00 PM to University, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/12/2026 10:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
National Express	8h 35m	9:55 AM	Bournemouth	University	6:30 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/12/2026 9:55:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/12/2026 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
National Express	8h 20m	9:55 AM	Bournemouth	University	6:15 PM	Cardiff	Gabalfa Interchange	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 6/12/2026 9:55:00 AM to Gabalfa Interchange, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 6/12/2026 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bournemouth to Cardiff is $13 on 6/9/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Bournemouth and Cardiff

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 63 daily buses from Bournemouth to Cardiff. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 39 daily coaches between Bournemouth and Cardiff.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 165 buses from Bournemouth to Cardiff, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Bournemouth and Cardiff, with 37 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bournemouth to Cardiff

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 52 times every day by bus from Bournemouth to Cardiff in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bournemouth to Cardiff starting from $13!

Cheapest Bus	$13
Fastest Bus	5h 35m
Earliest Bus	3:20 AM
Latest Bus	8:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	52 Ø
Distance	77.1 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Bournemouth to Cardiff

Every day, 52 buses from 2 bus companies leave Bournemouth for Cardiff: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/06/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 05/31

Monday 06/01

Tuesday 06/02

Wednesday 06/03

Thursday 06/04

Friday 06/05

Saturday 06/06

$37

Sunday 06/07

$34

Monday 06/08

$17

Tuesday 06/09

$21

Wednesday 06/10

$24

Thursday 06/11

$17

Friday 06/12

$17

Saturday 06/13

$24

Sunday 06/14

$20

Monday 06/15

$24

Tuesday 06/16

$16

Wednesday 06/17

$17

Thursday 06/18

$21

Friday 06/19

$19

Saturday 06/20

$21

Sunday 06/21

$32

Monday 06/22

$17

Tuesday 06/23

$17

Wednesday 06/24

$17

Thursday 06/25

$21

Friday 06/26

$24

Saturday 06/27

The cheapest time to travel from Bournemouth to Cardiff

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

With a price starting from $13, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bournemouth to Cardiff. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $21.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bournemouth to Cardiff, with $13. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $17.

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

All bus stations and stops in Bournemouth and Cardiff

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

Central Bus Station

Bournemouth Bus Station

University

Fern Barrow

Westbourne

Poole Rd

Square

Gervis Pl 9

Pier

Exeter Road

University

Park Place 50

Coach Station

Sophia Gardens 2

Kingsway Bus Stop

North Rd

Gabalfa Interchange

North Road 213

Bus Interchange

Central Square 3

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bournemouth to Cardiff

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

FAQs about the Bournemouth to Cardiff bus

How much does a Bournemouth Cardiff bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $13 and takes 8h 15m to reach Cardiff. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $13 and $100. 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 Bournemouth to Cardiff each day?

Every day, the Bournemouth to Cardiff bus route is served by approximately 52 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Bournemouth to Cardiff is offered by National Express and takes 5h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $85. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bournemouth to Cardiff?

The earliest bus arriving in Cardiff from Bournemouth starts at 3:20 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 Bournemouth to Cardiff?

The latest bus trip departing from Bournemouth for Cardiff starts at 8:30 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 Bournemouth Cardiff route?

When traveling by bus from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth and Cardiff?

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Bournemouth to Cardiff?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Bournemouth and to Cardiff

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