Bus Chester to Cardiff: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chester to Cardiff

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

today

$33

tomorrow

$44

Sunday

Monday

$20

Tuesday

Wednesday

$26

Thursday

$31

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	15h 15m	12:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	3:45 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$33	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 12:30:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 15m
National Express	9h 10m	7:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	4:40 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 7:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
FlixBus	11h 30m	11:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	11:00 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$36	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 11:30:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m
National Express	10h 30m	12:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	11:00 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 12:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 25m	7:40 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	4:05 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station		Economy	$44	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 7:40:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
	National Express	10h 30m	12:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	11:00 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station		Economy	$46	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 12:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	11h 30m	11:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	11:00 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 11:30:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m
FlixBus	14h 50m	12:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	3:20 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 12:30:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 50m
National Express	8h 40m	7:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	4:10 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 7:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
National Express	10h 30m	12:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	11:00 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 12:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	7h 10m	7:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	2:40 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station		Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 7:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
	National Express	10h 30m	12:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	11:00 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station		Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 12:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	7h 10m	7:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	2:40 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station		Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 7:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
	National Express	10h 30m	12:30 AM	Chester	Bus Interchange	11:00 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station		Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 12:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Chester to Cardiff via Newport (Wales), you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  9h 40m
  
  0
  
  7:30 AM
  
  Chester
  Bus Interchange
  
  2:05 PM
  
  Newport (Wales)
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 7:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Newport (Wales) (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
- FlixBus
  
  0h 35m
  
  0
  
  4:35 PM
  
  Newport (Wales)
  Queensway
  
  5:10 PM
  
  Cardiff
  Kingsway Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $5
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Queensway, Newport (Wales) (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 4:35:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
Travel time is 2h 30m longer, but you will save $7

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chester to Cardiff is $20 on 12/1/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chester and Cardiff

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Chester to Cardiff. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Chester and Cardiff.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 7 buses from Chester to Cardiff, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Chester and Cardiff, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chester to Cardiff

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Chester to Cardiff in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chester to Cardiff starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus	$20
Fastest Bus	7h 10m
Earliest Bus	12:30 AM
Latest Bus	7:30 AM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	118.9 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chester to Cardiff

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chester for Cardiff: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 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

Friday 12/05

$33

Saturday 12/06

$44

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$29

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$26

Thursday 12/11

$31

Friday 12/12

$21

Saturday 12/13

$37

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

$29

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

$43

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Chester to Cardiff

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

With a price starting from $20, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chester to Cardiff. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $37.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chester to Cardiff, with $20. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

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

All bus stations and stops in Chester and Cardiff

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

Bus Interchange

Frodsham Street 65

Northgate

Hunters Walk

Central Bus Station

Central Station

Vicar's Lane

University

Park Place 50

Gabalfa Interchange

North Road 213

Bus Interchange

Central Square 3

Lloyd George Avenue

North Church Street

Coach Station

Sophia Gardens 2

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 Chester to Cardiff? Compare all modes of transports from Chester to Cardiff.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chester to Cardiff

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

FAQs about the Chester to Cardiff bus

How much does a Chester Cardiff 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 30m to reach Cardiff. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $46. 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 Chester to Cardiff each day?

Every day, the Chester to Cardiff 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 Chester to Cardiff take?

The fastest bus from Chester to Cardiff is offered by National Express and takes 7h 10m. 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 Chester to Cardiff?

The earliest bus arriving in Cardiff from Chester starts at 12:30 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 Chester to Cardiff?

The latest bus trip departing from Chester for Cardiff starts at 7:30 AM. 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 Chester Cardiff route?

When traveling by bus from Chester 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 Chester and Cardiff?

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Chester and to Cardiff

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