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Compare all timetables for the bus from Cardiff to Inverness

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

today
$79
tomorrow
$98
Saturday
$77
Sunday
$69
Monday
$58
Tuesday
$77
Wednesday
$58

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 40m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 2:55 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $79
FlixBus 21h 5m 4:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:20 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $89
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Inverness via Stirling, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      21h 40m
      0
      5:15 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      9:50 AM
      Stirling
      Forth Valley College
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $49
      • Waiting Time 1h 5m
    • FlixBus
      4h 0m
      0
      10:55 AM
      Stirling
      Forth Valley College
      2:55 PM
      Inverness
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 40m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 2:55 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $98
FlixBus 21h 5m 4:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:20 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $130
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Inverness via Edinburgh, you can save more than $37? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      31h 35m
      0
      3:15 AM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      6:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $51
      • Waiting Time 11h 40m
    • FlixBus
      4h 15m
      0
      6:35 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      10:50 AM
      Inverness
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 10h 30m longer, but you will save $37

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 40m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 2:55 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $77
FlixBus 21h 5m 4:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:20 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $92
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Inverness via Edinburgh, you can save more than $21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      18h 35m
      0
      4:15 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      6:25 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $44
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      4h 15m
      0
      6:35 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      10:50 AM
      Inverness
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
    Travel Time is 2h 30m shorter, and you will save $21

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 40m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 2:55 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $69
FlixBus 21h 5m 4:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:20 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $86
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Inverness via Edinburgh, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      18h 35m
      0
      4:15 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      6:25 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $44
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      3h 45m
      0
      7:05 AM
      Edinburgh
      Ingliston Park & Ride
      10:50 AM
      Inverness
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
    Travel Time is 2h 30m shorter, and you will save $15

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 40m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 2:55 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $58
FlixBus 21h 5m 4:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:20 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $64

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 5m 4:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:20 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $77
FlixBus 23h 35m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 4:50 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $87
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Inverness via Edinburgh, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      26h 30m
      0
      8:20 AM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      8:30 PM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $41
      • Waiting Time 10h 35m
    • FlixBus
      3h 45m
      0
      7:05 AM
      Edinburgh
      Ingliston Park & Ride
      10:50 AM
      Inverness
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
    Travel time is 5h 25m longer, but you will save $24

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 23h 35m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 4:50 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $58
FlixBus 21h 5m 4:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:20 PM Inverness Bus Station  Economy $71

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cardiff to Inverness is $58 on 12/8/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Facts about the bus from Cardiff to Inverness

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Inverness in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Inverness starting from $58!

Cheapest Bus $58
Fastest Bus 21h 5m
Earliest Bus 4:15 PM
Latest Bus 5:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 416.5 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Cardiff to Inverness

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Cardiff for Inverness: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
$79
Friday 12/05
$98
Saturday 12/06
$77
Sunday 12/07
$69
Monday 12/08
$58
Tuesday 12/09
$77
Wednesday 12/10
$58
Thursday 12/11
$67
Friday 12/12
$103
Saturday 12/13
$87
Sunday 12/14
$71
Monday 12/15
$64
Tuesday 12/16
$67
Wednesday 12/17
$70
Thursday 12/18
$69
Friday 12/19
$83
Saturday 12/20
$97
Sunday 12/21
$97
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
Wednesday 12/24
$138
Thursday 12/25
Friday 12/26
$130
Saturday 12/27

How to save money travelling from Cardiff to Inverness

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 Cardiff to Inverness 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 Cardiff to Inverness, 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 Cardiff to Inverness are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Inverness

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Inverness

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

FAQs about the Cardiff to Inverness bus

How much does a Cardiff Inverness bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $58 and takes 21h 40m to reach Inverness. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $58 and $130. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Inverness.

On average, how many connections are available from Cardiff to Inverness each day?

Every day, the Cardiff to Inverness bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Cardiff to Inverness is offered by FlixBus and takes 21h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $89. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Inverness?

The earliest bus arriving in Inverness from Cardiff starts at 4:15 PM. 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 Cardiff to Inverness?

The latest bus trip departing from Cardiff for Inverness starts at 5:15 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 Cardiff Inverness route?

When traveling by bus from Cardiff to Inverness, passengers can travel with 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 Cardiff and Inverness?

You can check all the direct connections between Cardiff and Inverness by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Cardiff to Inverness 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 Cardiff Inverness 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 Cardiff Inverness 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 Cardiff to Inverness on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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