How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Cardiff start at R 582. The average price for this route is around R 846. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Cardiff is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 498 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 5m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Cardiff route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK .

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

The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Cardiff at 08:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

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

A bus trip from Edinburgh to Cardiff produces an estimated 12 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 Edinburgh to Cardiff?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4298 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Edinburgh to Cardiff from R 513 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Edinburgh to Cardiff on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	16h	01:05	Lloyd George Avenue	No tags
Bus	23:40	Bus Station	15h 35m	15:15	Lloyd George Avenue	No tags
Bus	07:00	Bus Station	12h	19:00	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	No tags
Bus	23:40	Bus Station	15h 40m	15:20	Lloyd George Avenue	No tags
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	15h 45m	00:50	Lloyd George Avenue	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Cardiff

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 826, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 10mAverage duration

498 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 582 - R 3 672	Average duration15h 35m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 271 - R 12 092	Average duration7h 31m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 826 - R 826	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Edinburgh and Cardiff?

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
Map
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
Map
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
Map

Stops in Cardiff

A
Sophia Gardens
2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
Visit page Map
B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10
Map
C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK
Visit page Map
D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK
Map
E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK
Map
F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
Map

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 032 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54 302 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Cardiff?
The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Cardiff start at R 582. The average price for this route is around R 846. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Edinburgh to Cardiff?
The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Cardiff is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 498 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 5m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Cardiff route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Cardiff?
The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Cardiff at 08:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Cardiff?
A bus trip from Edinburgh to Cardiff produces an estimated 12 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 Edinburgh to Cardiff?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4298 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Cardiff?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

11/01

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12/01

R 569

Today

R 513

14/01

R 598

15/01

R 827

16/01

R 827

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The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Cardiff was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 513

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

You can expect to pay from R 513 to R 1 160 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 598, which is on 2026-01-14.