Find coaches from Cardiff to Port Talbot

Next departures

Next departures from Cardiff to Port Talbot on 29 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National Express
Sophia Gardens
Port Talbot Bus StationCheapest
National Express
Sophia Gardens
Port Talbot Bus StationFastest
National Express
Sophia Gardens
Port Talbot Bus StationNo tags
Flixbus
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Bus Station (Stand 2)No tags
National Express
Sophia Gardens
Port Talbot Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Port Talbot

Bus
Average priceUS$7 - US$13Average duration50m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$21 - US$32Average duration32m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$7 - US$7Average duration40m
2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Cardiff to Port Talbot

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Port Talbot. The journey takes about 32 minutes and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day
32mAverage duration
US$21Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cardiff to Port Talbot: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$9
Average bus trip duration50m
Number of daily buses19
Earliest bus departure00:25
Distance27 miles
Latest bus departure22:45

Cardiff to Port Talbot Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Cardiff to Port Talbot.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Cardiff to Port Talbot, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Port Talbot

  1. What's the distance between Cardiff and Port Talbot by coach?

    The journey from Cardiff to Port Talbot by coach covers an approximate distance of 27 miles (44 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Cardiff to Port Talbot without a car?

    You can reach Port Talbot from Cardiff by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
26/08
US$7
27/08
US$7
Today
US$6
29/08
US$6
30/08
US$5
31/08
US$5
01/09
US$6
02/09
US$5
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cardiff to Port Talbot was searched and found on 2 Sept 2025 with a price of US$5

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

You can expect to pay from US$5 to US$14 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Port Talbot based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$5, which is on 2025-09-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cardiff and Port Talbot!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cardiff to Port Talbot.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cardiff to Port Talbot that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Cardiff to Port Talbot.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Cardiff by bus?

Bus from Port Talbot to Cardiff

You can also go to Port Talbot by train

Train from Cardiff to Port Talbot

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