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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 5 at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Buchanan Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 5 at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)
    Operated by: MegabusMegabus
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Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to Cardiff.

Bus
Average Price$35 - $135Average Duration15h 20m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$256 - $256Average Duration8h 30m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average Price$64 - $64Average Duration7h 10m
21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Glasgow to Cardiff

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7h 10mAverage Duration
$64Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Glasgow to Cardiff: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$63
Average bus trip duration15h 20m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure7:45am
Distance306 miles (492 km)
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Glasgow to Cardiff Bus

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Glasgow to Cardiff was searched and found on Jun 5, 2025 with a price of $41

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

You can expect to pay from $41 to $109 for a bus ticket from Glasgow to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-06-05.

Usually MEGB 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Glasgow to Cardiff.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Glasgow to Cardiff will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Glasgow to Cardiff while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Glasgow to Cardiff?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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