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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Bournemouth | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Bournemouth | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Bournemouth | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bournemouth | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:51 PM GMT.
Get from Bournemouth to Cardiff
The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 406, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bournemouth and Cardiff?
Stops in Bournemouth
- ABournemouth (Coach Station), Bournemouth BH8 8DL, UK
- B
Richmond Hill, 3
3 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth BH2 6HE, UK - C
Travel Interchange
Bath Rd, Bournemouth BH1, UK
Stops in Cardiff
- A2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK - E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK - F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
Compare bus companies
Based on 12064 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 406
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bournemouth to Cardiff by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bournemouth to Cardiff?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bournemouth to Cardiff start at R 406. The average price for this route is around R 416. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bournemouth to Cardiff?
The average bus journey time from Bournemouth to Cardiff is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 125 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bournemouth to Cardiff route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bournemouth to Cardiff?
The earliest bus departs from Bournemouth to Cardiff at 06:25. And the latest bus departs at 16:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bournemouth to Cardiff?
A bus trip from Bournemouth to Cardiff produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Cardiff was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of R 360To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bournemouth to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 360 to R 1 400 for a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 360, which is on 2026-01-19.
