The cheapest and fastest coaches from Caerphilly to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
26 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Caerphilly to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 5 buses that leave Caerphilly for Cardiff every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 11 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Caerphilly to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Caerphilly to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 11 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
1h 18m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Caerphilly to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Caerphilly to Cardiff coaches for today, Thursday 12 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:26 Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7 | 9h24 | 07:50 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| Friday 13 February | |||||
![]() | 05:55 Caerphilly Interchange Stand 9 | 0h27 | 06:22 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:30 Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7 | 1h11 | 07:41 Cardiff | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:00 Caerphilly Interchange Stand 9 | 0h27 | 07:27 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:30 Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7 | 1h03 | 08:33 Cardiff | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:10 Caerphilly Interchange Stand 9 | 0h30 | 08:40 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Caerphilly to Cardiff
Buses from Caerphilly to Cardiff run on average 15 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:30, the last at 23:31. The fastest coach covers the 11 km distance in 25m.
Distance 11 km |
Average bus duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 25m |
First bus 05:30 |
Last bus 23:31 |
Bus providers: Transport for Wales, Stagecoach South Wales from Caerphilly to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Caerphilly to Cardiff with Transport for Wales, Stagecoach South Wales for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Caerphilly to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caerphilly 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.

- Transport for Wales
- Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
- Transport for Wales
- Refund policy depends on ticket type
- Transport for Wales
- 2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
- Transport for Wales
- Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
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