How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Bristol?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Bristol start at R 103. The average price for this route is around R 178. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cardiff to Bristol?

The average bus journey time from Cardiff to Bristol is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 42 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Bristol route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cardiff to Bristol?

The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Bristol at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Bristol?

A bus trip from Cardiff to Bristol produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Cardiff to Bristol?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cardiff to Bristol?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cardiff to Bristol?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cardiff to Bristol?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cardiff to Bristol from R 70 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 15m	13:30	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:10	Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	23:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	10:40	Sophia Gardens	1h 10m	11:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:15	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 35m	12:50	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	10:40	Sophia Gardens	1h 10m	11:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 15m	13:30	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:35	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:35	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	02:20	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 25m	03:45	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	04:30	Sophia Gardens	1h 10m	05:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 20m	13:25	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:35	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:35	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	02:20	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 25m	03:45	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	04:30	Sophia Gardens	1h 10m	05:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:10	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 25m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:35	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:35	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	02:20	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 25m	03:45	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	04:30	Sophia Gardens	1h 10m	05:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 15m	02:00	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:35	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:35	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	02:20	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 25m	03:45	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	04:30	Sophia Gardens	1h 10m	05:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 20m	06:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:45	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	02:20	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 25m	03:45	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	04:45	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	05:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 20m	06:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:45	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	02:20	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 25m	03:45	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	04:45	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	05:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Bristol on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:10	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 25m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:35	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:35	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	02:20	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 25m	03:45	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	04:30	Sophia Gardens	1h 10m	05:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:47 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Bristol

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just R 66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

42 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 103 - R 906	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 183 - R 825	Average duration47m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 66 - R 136	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Bristol?

Stops in Cardiff

A
Sophia Gardens
2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
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B
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK
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C
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10
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

Stops in Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Westbury Road
Stop B, Westbury Rd, Bristol BS9 1FH, UK
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C
The Centre
CC, Zed Alley, Bristol, BS1, United Kingdom
D
Park Avenue
400 Park Ave, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol BS32 4TR, UK
E
Bond St
12-16 Bond St, Bristol BS1 3LU, UK
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F
Cribbs Causeway
Patchway, Bristol BS34, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 618 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11618 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 156

Flixbus Cardiff Bristol recent customer reviews

It was absolutely shocking, the bus never even arrived or any explanation given until well after my flight had departed. Will never use Flixbus again. Disgusting how the deal with customers, further training definitely required all round.

Johnny M.

18 May 2025

The bus drove past the bus stop in Cardiff without stopping, even though 5 people in total were waiting with prepaid tickets. This was the Bristol airport bus just before midnight!

Lisa F.

17 July 2024

The bus was way too hot.

Nia D.

7 December 2025

National Express

4/529 769 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting punctuality and friendly staff. The booking process is described as straightforward, and passengers appreciated clean buses and comfortable journeys. However, some mentioned concerns about bus stop signage for unfamiliar travelers. Overall, users found their trips enjoyable despite minor route adjustments due to traffic conditions.

National Express Cardiff Bristol recent customer reviews

The trip was awesome arrive on time and the driving was so smooth good driving by the bus pilot.

Adekunle B.

25 May 2024

The bus was comfortable but it was late, so I was a bit concerned thinking I got the wrong bus..

Symon C.

1 May 2024

Journey was quick. But could do with having a large clear sign on the bus 🚌 stop . For those not familiar with the nation express bus stops

Dawn H.

10 December 2023

Megabus UK

3.5/54 284 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Based on 4284 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at R 181

Megabus Cardiff Bristol recent customer reviews

I would never take it again.

Wai Yan Myat O.

5 December 2024

It was satisfactory

Bethlehem U.

19 December 2022

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Bristol 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 Cardiff to Bristol?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Bristol start at R 103. The average price for this route is around R 178. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cardiff to Bristol?
The average bus journey time from Cardiff to Bristol is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 42 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Bristol route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cardiff to Bristol?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Bristol at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Bristol?
A bus trip from Cardiff to Bristol produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cardiff to Bristol?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cardiff to Bristol?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cardiff to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cardiff to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/12

R 156

14/12

R 206

Today

R 135

16/12

R 115

17/12

R 115

18/12

R 115

19/12

R 146

20/12

R 146

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Bristol was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 115

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

You can expect to pay from R 115 to R 686 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 115, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.