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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Bridgend
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Buses per day
32
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Bridgend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Bridgend will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 32 buses that leave Cardiff for Bridgend every day 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 28 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 30 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Bridgend
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Bridgend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 28 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Bridgend bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Bridgend coaches for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:05 Cardiff | 0h35 | 10:40 Bridgend | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:20 Cardiff | 0h30 | 12:50 Bridgend | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Cardiff | 0h30 | 18:30 Bridgend | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:50 Cardiff | 0h35 | 19:25 Bridgend | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:45 Cardiff | 0h30 | 20:15 Bridgend | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 00:25 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0h30 | 00:55 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Bridgend
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Buses from Cardiff to Bridgend run on average 27 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 27 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 28 km distance in 30m.
Distance 28 km |
Average bus duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 27 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Transport for Wales, First South & West Wales, Mid Wales Travel from Cardiff to BridgendYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Bridgend with National Express, FlixBus, Transport for Wales, First South & West Wales, Mid Wales Travel for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Bridgend coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Bridgend 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 Bridgend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cardiff, Sophia Gardens, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bridgend, Sarn Odeon, located 2.5 miles (4 km) away from the city centre.
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