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Compare all timetables for the bus from Plymouth to Cardiff

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

today
$45
tomorrow
$30
Saturday
$20
Sunday
$38
Monday
$19
Tuesday
$42
Wednesday
$19

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 50m 12:25 PM Plymouth Coach Station 6:15 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $45
National Express 6h 30m 3:30 PM Plymouth Coach Station 10:00 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Plymouth to Cardiff via Taunton, you can save more than $21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 20m
      0
      3:55 PM
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      5:55 PM
      Taunton
      BP Garage
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      4h 15m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Taunton
      BP Garage
      10:15 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $14
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save $21

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 20m 1:20 AM Plymouth Coach Station 7:40 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $30
National Express 5h 50m 5:10 AM Plymouth Coach Station 11:00 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $38
National Express 7h 55m 6:20 AM Plymouth Coach Station 2:15 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $38
National Express 6h 15m 12:15 PM Plymouth Coach Station 6:30 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $39
National Express 6h 30m 3:30 PM Plymouth Coach Station 10:00 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Plymouth to Cardiff via Taunton, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 20m
      0
      3:55 PM
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      5:55 PM
      Taunton
      BP Garage
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      4h 15m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Taunton
      BP Garage
      10:15 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $14
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 55m 11:15 AM Plymouth Coach Station 5:10 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $20
FlixBus 6h 20m 3:55 PM Plymouth Coach Station 10:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $20
FlixBus 5h 25m 6:55 PM Plymouth Coach Station 12:20 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $20
National Express 5h 35m 5:25 AM Plymouth Coach Station 11:00 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $38
National Express 6h 55m 9:20 AM Plymouth Coach Station 4:15 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $39

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 35m 5:25 AM Plymouth Coach Station 11:00 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $38
National Express 7h 30m 6:35 AM Plymouth Coach Station 2:05 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $38
National Express 6h 10m 3:50 PM Plymouth Coach Station 10:00 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $39
National Express 6h 20m 1:20 AM Plymouth Coach Station 7:40 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $42
National Express 6h 55m 9:20 AM Plymouth Coach Station 4:15 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $43
  • Did you know that if you travel from Plymouth to Cardiff via Exeter, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 20m
      0
      3:55 PM
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      5:05 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      5h 5m
      0
      5:10 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      10:15 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $15
    Travel time is 0h 45m longer, but 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 6h 20m 3:55 PM Plymouth Coach Station 10:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $19
FlixBus 7h 10m 6:55 PM Plymouth Coach Station 2:05 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $19
FlixBus 7h 16m 11:59 PM Plymouth Coach Station 7:15 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $19
National Express 6h 20m 1:20 AM Plymouth Coach Station 7:40 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $50
National Express 5h 50m 5:10 AM Plymouth Coach Station 11:00 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $51

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 45m 7:20 AM Plymouth Coach Station 2:05 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $42
National Express 6h 30m 3:30 PM Plymouth Coach Station 10:00 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $42
National Express 6h 20m 1:20 AM Plymouth Coach Station 7:40 AM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $44
National Express 5h 50m 12:25 PM Plymouth Coach Station 6:15 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $50
  • Did you know that if you travel from Plymouth to Cardiff via Exeter, you can save more than $19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 20m
      0
      3:55 PM
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      5:05 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      5h 5m
      0
      5:10 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      10:15 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $15
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save $19

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 5m 8:10 AM Plymouth Coach Station 2:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $19
FlixBus 7h 20m 11:15 AM Plymouth Coach Station 6:35 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $19
FlixBus 6h 20m 3:55 PM Plymouth Coach Station 10:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop  Economy $19
National Express 5h 50m 12:25 PM Plymouth Coach Station 6:15 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $42
National Express 6h 30m 3:30 PM Plymouth Coach Station 10:00 PM Cardiff Coach Station  Economy $46

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Plymouth to Cardiff is $15 on 1/4/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Plymouth and Cardiff

See here how frequent the connections between Plymouth and Cardiff are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily buses from Plymouth to Cardiff. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Plymouth and Cardiff.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 17 buses from Plymouth to Cardiff, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Plymouth and Cardiff, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Plymouth to Cardiff

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 6 times every day by bus from Plymouth to Cardiff in one click! Book your bus ticket from Plymouth to Cardiff starting from $15!

Cheapest Bus $15
Fastest Bus 5h 25m
Earliest Bus 12:25 PM
Latest Bus 6:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 6 Ø
Distance 87.2 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Plymouth to Cardiff

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Plymouth for Cardiff: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/18/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
$41
Friday 12/19
$30
Saturday 12/20
$38
Sunday 12/21
$38
Monday 12/22
$19
Tuesday 12/23
$42
Wednesday 12/24
$42
Thursday 12/25
$119
Friday 12/26
$80
Saturday 12/27
$24
Sunday 12/28
$39
Monday 12/29
$18
Tuesday 12/30
$32
Wednesday 12/31
Thursday 01/01
$41
Friday 01/02
$35
Saturday 01/03
Sunday 01/04
$15
Monday 01/05
Tuesday 01/06
$19
Wednesday 01/07
$28
Thursday 01/08
Friday 01/09
$18
Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Plymouth to Cardiff

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Plymouth to Cardiff, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $11, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Plymouth to Cardiff. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $41.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Plymouth to Cardiff, with $11. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $19.

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

All bus stations and stops in Plymouth and Cardiff

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Plymouth to Cardiff

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

FAQs about the Plymouth to Cardiff bus

How much does a Plymouth Cardiff bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $15 and takes 6h 20m to reach Cardiff. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $15 and $65. 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 Plymouth to Cardiff each day?

Every day, the Plymouth to Cardiff bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Plymouth to Cardiff is offered by FlixBus and takes 5h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $20. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Plymouth to Cardiff?

The earliest bus arriving in Cardiff from Plymouth starts at 12:25 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 Plymouth to Cardiff?

The latest bus trip departing from Plymouth for Cardiff starts at 6:55 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 Plymouth Cardiff route?

When traveling by bus from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Cardiff?

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

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

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 6 daily trips between Plymouth and Cardiff. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Plymouth to Cardiff?

Prices and availability for 6 trips between Plymouth and Cardiff change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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