Bus Tickets from Leicester to Cardiff

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: Leicester
    Departure location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Arrival time: May 31 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: Leicester
    Departure location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Arrival time: June 1 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: Leicester
    Departure location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Arrival time: May 31 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: Leicester
    Departure location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Arrival time: May 31 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: Leicester
    Departure location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Arrival time: May 31 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Leicester to Cardiff

Bus
Average PriceUS$22 - US$74Average Duration8h 45m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$75 - US$437Average Duration3h 7m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$20 - US$27Average Duration2h 10m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Leicester to Cardiff

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 10mAverage Duration
US$20Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Leicester to Cardiff: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$36
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 45m
Number of daily buses17
Earliest bus departure3:45am
Distance190 km
Latest bus departure6:00pm

Leicester to Cardiff Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Leicester - Cardiff

  1. How long is the bus trip from Leicester to Cardiff?

    The typical travel time from Leicester to Cardiff by bus is around 8h 45m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Cardiff in about 7h 40m.

  2. How far is Leicester from Cardiff?

    The distance between Leicester and Cardiff is around 191 km (119 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Leicester to Cardiff?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, in Leicester, and end it at Sophia Gardens, in Cardiff.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Leicester to Cardiff?

    The least expensive way to go from Leicester to Cardiff would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$22, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Leicester to Cardiff?

    Taking the bus from Leicester to Cardiff costs on average US$36.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leicester to Cardiff was searched and found on May 31, 2025 with a price of US$36

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leicester to Cardiff, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$59 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$36 which is on 2025-05-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Leicester to Cardiff.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Leicester to Cardiff, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Leicester to Cardiff.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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