How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Port Talbot?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Port Talbot start at R 109. The average price for this route is around R 133. 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 Port Talbot?

The average bus journey time from Cardiff to Port Talbot is 50m, covering a distance of 44 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 45m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Port Talbot route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Port Talbot at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

A bus trip from Cardiff to Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot?

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 29858 reviews.

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

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 Port Talbot?

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 Port Talbot?

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 Port Talbot from R 60 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cardiff to Port Talbot on 22 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:55	Sophia Gardens	55m	17:50	Port Talbot Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Sophia Gardens	45m	22:50	Port Talbot Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	12:00	Port Talbot Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	50m	01:15	Bus Station (Stand 2)	No tags
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	12:00	Port Talbot Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Port Talbot on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:10	Sophia Gardens	55m	18:05	Port Talbot Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:00	Sophia Gardens	45m	22:45	Port Talbot Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	12:00	Port Talbot Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	50m	01:15	Bus Station (Stand 2)	No tags
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	12:00	Port Talbot Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Port Talbot on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:35	Sophia Gardens	55m	17:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:50	Sophia Gardens	45m	22:35	Port Talbot Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	12:00	Port Talbot Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	50m	01:15	Bus Station (Stand 2)	No tags
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	12:00	Port Talbot Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Port Talbot on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:35	Sophia Gardens	55m	19:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:50	Sophia Gardens	45m	22:35	Port Talbot Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	12:00	Port Talbot Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	50m	01:15	Bus Station (Stand 2)	No tags
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	12:00	Port Talbot Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Port Talbot on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:25	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	50m	01:15	Bus Station (Stand 2)	Cheapest
Bus	22:00	Sophia Gardens	45m	22:45	Port Talbot Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	12:00	Port Talbot Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:10	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	50m	05:00	Bus Station (Stand 2)	No tags
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	12:00	Port Talbot Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Port Talbot on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:25	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	50m	01:15	Bus Station (Stand 2)	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Sophia Gardens	45m	22:50	Port Talbot Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	12:00	Port Talbot Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:10	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	50m	05:00	Bus Station (Stand 2)	No tags
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	12:00	Port Talbot Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:02 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Port Talbot

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Port Talbot. The journey takes about 33 minutes and with fares starting at just R 353, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

33mAverage duration

44 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 109 - R 295	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 353 - R 581	Average duration33m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 84 - R 84	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 868 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29868 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 109

National Express Cardiff Port Talbot recent customer reviews

Bus driver amazing polite and on time. Staff at cardiff depot a little condescending mimicking my West accent. Will use Bus bud again.

Mererid Q.

3 January 2017

FlixBus

3.5/512 132 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Port Talbot start at R 109. The average price for this route is around R 133. 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 Port Talbot?
The average bus journey time from Cardiff to Port Talbot is 50m, covering a distance of 44 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 45m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Port Talbot route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cardiff to Port Talbot?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Port Talbot at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Port Talbot?
A bus trip from Cardiff to Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot?
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 29858 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cardiff to Port Talbot?
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 Port Talbot?
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 Port Talbot?
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

19/01

R 70

20/01

R 79

Today

R 80

22/01

R 70

23/01

R 70

24/01

R 70

25/01

R 70

26/01

R 60

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Port Talbot was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 60

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 R 60 to R 228 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 R 60, which is on 2026-01-26.

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.