The cheapest and fastest coaches from Caerphilly station (CPH) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Caerphilly station (CPH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caerphilly station (CPH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 4 buses that leave Caerphilly station (CPH) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 2 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 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 44 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 train and coach for Caerphilly station (CPH) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Caerphilly station (CPH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 11 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Caerphilly station (CPH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Caerphilly station (CPH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:38 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h57 | 19:35 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:38 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h57 | 20:35 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:40 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h55 | 20:35 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:41 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 7h44 | 07:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Caerphilly station (CPH) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Buses from Caerphilly station (CPH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:23, the last at 23:41. The fastest coach covers the 11 km distance in 44m.
Distance 11 km |
Average bus duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 44m |
First bus 07:23 |
Last bus 23:41 |
Bus providers: Stagecoach South Wales from Caerphilly station (CPH) to Cardiff Central (CDF)You can travel by bus between Caerphilly station (CPH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) with Stagecoach South Wales for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Caerphilly station (CPH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caerphilly station (CPH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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