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Compare all timetables for the bus from Cardiff to Liverpool

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

today
$26
tomorrow
$25
Tuesday
$22
Wednesday
$24
Thursday
$25
Friday
$29
Saturday
$24

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 30m 10:00 AM Cardiff University 4:30 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $26
National Express 5h 10m 5:35 PM Cardiff University 10:45 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $26
National Express 11h 50m 6:15 PM Cardiff University 6:05 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $26
FlixBus 12h 15m 7:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 7:25 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $41
FlixBus 12h 50m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 6:05 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $50

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 0m 6:05 PM Cardiff Coach Station 6:05 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $25
National Express 11h 50m 6:15 PM Cardiff University 6:05 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 12h 15m 7:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 7:25 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $26
FlixBus 11h 25m 1:00 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 12:25 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $26
FlixBus 12h 50m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 6:05 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $26

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 25m 1:00 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 12:25 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $22
FlixBus 12h 50m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 6:05 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $22
FlixBus 12h 15m 7:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 7:25 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $23
National Express 5h 30m 5:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 10:40 PM Liverpool Edge Lane Drive  Economy $24
National Express 5h 50m 5:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 11:00 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $24

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 12h 50m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 6:05 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $24
FlixBus 12h 15m 7:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 7:25 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 11h 30m 9:15 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 8:45 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $26
National Express 5h 30m 5:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 10:40 PM Liverpool Edge Lane Drive  Economy $28
National Express 5h 50m 5:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 11:00 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $28

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 12h 50m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 6:05 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 11h 25m 1:00 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 12:25 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $26
FlixBus 12h 15m 7:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 7:25 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $27
National Express 12h 0m 6:05 PM Cardiff Coach Station 6:05 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $28
National Express 11h 50m 6:15 PM Cardiff University 6:05 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $28

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 50m 5:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 11:00 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $29
National Express 5h 30m 5:10 PM Cardiff Coach Station 10:40 PM Liverpool Edge Lane Drive  Economy $29
National Express 5h 20m 5:20 PM Cardiff University 10:40 PM Liverpool Edge Lane Drive  Economy $29
FlixBus 12h 50m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 6:05 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $36
FlixBus 12h 15m 7:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 7:25 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $38

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 10m 12:50 PM Cardiff University 8:00 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 5h 10m 5:35 PM Cardiff University 10:45 PM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 6h 50m 12:50 PM Cardiff University 7:40 PM Liverpool Edge Lane Drive  Economy $24
FlixBus 12h 50m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 6:05 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $34
FlixBus 11h 25m 1:00 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 12:25 AM Liverpool One Bus Station  Economy $35

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cardiff to Liverpool is $20 on 11/24/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Liverpool

See here how frequent the connections between Cardiff and Liverpool are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 24 daily buses from Cardiff to Liverpool. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 20 daily coaches between Cardiff and Liverpool.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 62 buses from Cardiff to Liverpool, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Liverpool, with 42 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cardiff to Liverpool

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 22 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Liverpool in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus $20
Fastest Bus 4h 50m
Earliest Bus 6:40 AM
Latest Bus 10:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes 22 Ø
Distance 133.4 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Cardiff to Liverpool

Every day, 22 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cardiff for Liverpool: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 11/09/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/09
$40
Monday 11/10
$25
Tuesday 11/11
$22
Wednesday 11/12
$24
Thursday 11/13
$25
Friday 11/14
$29
Saturday 11/15
$27
Sunday 11/16
$31
Monday 11/17
$26
Tuesday 11/18
$20
Wednesday 11/19
$20
Thursday 11/20
$21
Friday 11/21
$25
Saturday 11/22
$20
Sunday 11/23
$24
Monday 11/24
$20
Tuesday 11/25
$23
Wednesday 11/26
$21
Thursday 11/27
$23
Friday 11/28
$21
Saturday 11/29
$20
Sunday 11/30
$24
Monday 12/01
$20
Tuesday 12/02
$20
Wednesday 12/03
$20
Thursday 12/04
$20
Friday 12/05
$23
Saturday 12/06

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Liverpool

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $20, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cardiff to Liverpool. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $24.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Liverpool, with $22. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $24.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff to Liverpool

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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool, 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 Liverpool are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Cardiff to Liverpool

These are the most booked bus companies between Cardiff to Liverpool from our users.

National Express from Cardiff to Liverpool

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Cardiff to Liverpool:

Cheapest Price $24
Fastest Bus 4h 50m
Earliest Bus 6:40 AM
Last Bus 10:15 PM
Daily Connections 18 Ø
Found on 11/8/2025

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Liverpool

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Cardiff to Liverpool? Compare all modes of transports from Cardiff to Liverpool.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Liverpool

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

FAQs about the Cardiff to Liverpool bus

How much does a Cardiff Liverpool bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 11h 25m to reach Liverpool. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $66. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Liverpool.

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

Every day, the Cardiff to Liverpool bus route is served by approximately 22 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Cardiff to Liverpool is offered by National Express and takes 4h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $26. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Liverpool?

The earliest bus arriving in Liverpool from Cardiff starts at 6:40 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 Cardiff to Liverpool?

The latest bus trip departing from Cardiff for Liverpool starts at 10:15 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 Liverpool route?

When traveling by bus from Cardiff to Liverpool, 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 Cardiff and Liverpool?

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

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

Economy
Economy

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

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