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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Durham
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
11 h 50 m
Average duration
11 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
382 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Durham will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cardiff for Durham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 382 km distance in an average of 11 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 50 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 Cardiff to Durham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 382 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £117 Average Price |
10h 14m Average total duration 9h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Durham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Durham coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:45 Cardiff | 11h50 | 03:35 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Durham
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Buses from Cardiff to Durham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 382 km distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 382 km |
Average bus duration 9h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Cardiff to DurhamYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Durham with Megabus, National Express for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Durham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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