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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bolton to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bolton to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Bolton to Cardiff you need to make at least 3 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 239 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
11h 25m Average total duration 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bolton to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Cardiff coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:00 Bolton | 13h25 | 12:25 Cardiff | 3 changes | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| 12:44 Bolton | 6h16 | 19:00 Cardiff | 3 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bolton to Cardiff
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Buses from Bolton to Cardiff run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:35, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 239 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 239 km |
Average bus duration 10h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 04:35 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bolton to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Bolton to Cardiff with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bolton to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Cardiff by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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