Cardiff to Bath bus with National Express

Buses from Cardiff to Bath

The first bus from Cardiff to Bath departs Cardiff Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, at around 4:15 a.m. Journeys generally take between 2 and 30 minutes to 3 hours. In the evening, the last bus departs Cardiff Coach Station after 11:00 p.m. The last late afternoon and early evening service is around 5:00 p.m. National Express operates this service and journeys involve one change in Bristol with a comfortable interval between buses to make the connection.

Taking the Bus from Cardiff

Buses from Cardiff to Bath usually leave from Cardiff Coach Station, which is located at Sophia Gardens (along Lower Cathedral Road). The station is open 24/7. Cardiff Coach Station shares its site with a large car park, which is convenient for those arriving by taxi or private vehicle. Approximately 1.6 kilometres from the bus station is Cardiff Central Train Station. Local bus routes 63 and 24 provide frequent services between the city centre and the coach station. It’s also possible to catch a taxi to the station.

Getting into Bath by Bus

Bath is situated in south-west England. It is a beautiful city that is famous for its original Roman style baths and natural spa water. This designated UNESCO World Heritage site is also home to a wealth of other attractions, including Wookey Hole caves, The Circus, Bath Abbey and Pulteney Bridge. Buses from Cardiff to Bath usually terminate at Bath Bus Station, which is located on Dorchester Street. Local bus services from the station to the centre are mainly provided by First Group (including route numbers 1, 264, 265 and 173). Night bus services are operated in the city. The bus station is also adjacent to Bath Spa train station.