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Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre
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Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Grimsby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Grimsby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £198.
Distance: 313 km
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7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Cardiff to Grimsby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Grimsby coaches for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 17:20 Cardiff | 26h25 | 19:45 Grimsby | 1 change | |
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National Express operates all coaches services from Cardiff to Grimsby.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Grimsby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Cardiff to Grimsby run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:00, the last at 17:53. The fastest coach covers the 313 km distance in 8h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 313 km |
Average bus duration 6h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 4:00 |
Last bus 17:53 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to GrimsbyYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Grimsby with National Express for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£28
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Complete guide to Grimsby
Things to do in Grimsby
Discover the best of Grimsby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grimsby trip today.
- Recommended
Lightship
An atmospheric lightship museum in Alexandra Dock. It offers a rare look inside a working navigational vessel used off the Humber coast.
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Ross Tiger Heritage Trawler
A heritage vessel open as a museum experience, with preserved cabins and equipment that reveal everyday work aboard a fishing trawler.
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People's Park
A central green space with formal gardens, monuments and a boating lake. It is popular for relaxing walks near the town centre.
- Recommended
Cleethorpes Seafront
A broad sandy seafront nearby with promenades, gardens and traditional seaside atmosphere. Ideal for walking and coastal views.
Riverhead Square
The regenerated waterfront quarter with shops, leisure venues and marina views. It is a pleasant modern area for an easy walk.
- Gluten-free
Smoked Haddock
Smoked haddock from nearby Cleethorpes smokehouses, prized for its deep smoky flavour and long link to the area’s fishing and curing heritage.
Grimsby Fish And Chips
Classic fish and chips made with local white fish such as haddock or cod, reflecting Grimsby’s historic role as one of Britain’s great fishing ports.
Battered Haddock Or Cod
Lightly battered haddock or cod landed through Grimsby’s fish trade, commonly served in local chippies and valued for freshness and flaky texture.
Lucia
Smart Italian restaurant with pasta, seafood and steak options, suited to a more polished but still informal meal out.
Steels Cornerhouse Restaurant
Long-running casual seafood spot in nearby Cleethorpes, well known locally for fish and chips and easy seaside dining.
Papa's Fish & Chips
Popular local fish and chip restaurant known for fresh Grimsby fish and a straightforward, family-friendly setting near the town centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in major UK tourist cities, though seaside peak dates can raise room rates.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes and pubs usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel) -> Grimsby Town railway station, Grimsby
- Distance
- 0.2 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Stagecoach says contactless payment is accepted on the bus in Grimsby. Buy in the Stagecoach Bus app if you want DayRider tickets.
- East Yorkshire Buses uses Tap On, Tap Off with daily and weekly capping on its own buses. Use the same contactless card or device for each journey.
FAQs: Cardiff to Grimsby coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Grimsby 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 Grimsby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff to Grimsby can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff to Grimsby is £35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cardiff to Grimsby is 8h 0m to travel the 313 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Cardiff to Grimsby leaves at 4:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cardiff to Grimsby leaves at 17:53.
There are 1 coaches a day from Cardiff to Grimsby which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Cardiff to Grimsby, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Grimsby. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cardiff and Grimsby and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Cardiff , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Cardiff, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, University . When arriving in Grimsby , you can end your route in coach stations like Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cardiff, Sophia Gardens, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Grimsby from Cardiff is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cardiff to Grimsby is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and Grimsby including taking a coach and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff to Grimsby for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cardiff to Grimsby:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cardiff to Grimsby depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cardiff to Grimsby.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cardiff to Grimsby:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cardiff to Grimsby:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cardiff to Grimsby.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cardiff to Grimsby with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff to Grimsby with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cardiff to Grimsby with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Grimsby
Most Cardiff to Grimsby buses use the Cardiff, Sophia Gardens to Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Grimsby bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Cardiff
Arrival bus stations in Grimsby
Which Cardiff station do buses to Grimsby leave from?
Buses from Cardiff to Grimsby leave from Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. The station is 1 km from Cardiff city centre at Cardiff Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, 2 Sophia Cl, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9HW, UK.
Cardiff, Sophia GardensCardiff Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, 2 Sophia Cl, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9HW, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Cardiff, Sophia Gardens from Cardiff city centre
Bus25, 62, 63, 25A, 64 · 3m · £2 · every ~14 min
C1 · 16m · every ~8 min
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens bus station facilities and services
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. ATMs are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Basic accessibility features available.
Cardiff, University
City-centre transport
Getting to Cardiff, University from Cardiff city centre
TrainCardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Treherbert, Cardiff Central - Pontypridd, Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Radyr, Radyr - Radyr · 6m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
BusC1 · 18m · every ~8 min
Which Grimsby station do buses from Cardiff arrive at?
Buses from Cardiff to Grimsby arrive at Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel). Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel) is 1 km from Grimsby city centre.
Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel)29 Bethlehem St, Grimsby DN31 1JN, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel) from Grimsby city centre
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Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel) bus station facilities and services
Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Yarborough Hotel and nearby eateries available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel). ATMs are available at Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel): Access ramps available for wheelchairs.
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