Bus Tickets from Cardiff to Birmingham

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Next departures for Cardiff to Birmingham on August 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles StreetCheapest
National Express
Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)
Bearwood, Hangley Rd.Fastest
National Express
Sophia Gardens
Coach StationNo tags
Flixbus
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles StreetNo tags
National Express
Sophia Gardens
Coach StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Birmingham.

Average Price$10 - $52Average Duration3h 30m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Average Price$24 - $120Average Duration2h
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average Price$13 - $25Average Duration1h 50m
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cardiff to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 50mAverage Duration
$13Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cardiff to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$19
Average bus trip duration3h 30m
Number of daily buses28
Earliest bus departure2:35am
Distance88 miles (141 km)
Latest bus departure10:15pm

Cardiff to Birmingham Bus

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

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cardiff - Birmingham

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08/20
$14
08/21
$13
Today
$15
08/23
$13
08/24
$13
08/25
$14
08/26
$13
08/27
$13
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cardiff to Birmingham was searched and found on Aug 23, 2025 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $66 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-08-23.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Cardiff to Birmingham but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cardiff to Birmingham, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Birmingham that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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 Birmingham to Cardiff

You can also go to Birmingham by train

Train from Cardiff to Birmingham

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