Cardiff to Hatfield bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Hatfield

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£0

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

6 h 9 m

Average duration

6 h 19 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

206 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Hatfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast coaches

To travel from Cardiff to Hatfield you need to make at least 2 changes.

FlixBus
04:456h36
Cardiff
11:21Hatfield
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3 changes
FlixBus
12:457h05
Cardiff
19:50Hatfield
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3 changes
FlixBus
00:457h17
Cardiff
08:02Hatfield
£251One-way
2 changes
FlixBus
02:456h16
Cardiff
09:01Hatfield
£251One-way
2 changes
FlixBus
04:457h13
Cardiff
11:58Hatfield
£251One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Hatfield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Hatfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £63.

Distance: 206 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

£63

Average Price

5h 42m

Average total duration

5h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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Great Western Rail

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Live departures

Cardiff to Hatfield bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:21
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus00:45 Cardiff
7h17
08:02 Hatfield2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbus02:45 Cardiff
6h16
09:01 Hatfield2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbus04:45 Cardiff
6h36
11:21 Hatfield3 changes
meinfernbus_flixbus04:45 Cardiff
7h13
11:58 Hatfield2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbus06:45 Cardiff
6h13
12:58 Hatfield2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Hatfield

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Buses from Cardiff to Hatfield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
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
206 km
Average bus duration
5h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
6h 3m
First bus
03:49
Last bus
22:30
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, FlixBus from Cardiff to HatfieldYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Hatfield with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
£5
FlixBus frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
£37
National Express frequency
9 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.

FAQs: Cardiff to Hatfield coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Cardiff to Hatfield with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Hatfield.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff to Hatfield can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff to Hatfield is £13; 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 Hatfield is 3 h 20 min   to travel the 128 mile long trip, with around there are 8 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Cardiff to Hatfield leaves at 00: 51. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Cardiff to Hatfield leaves at 23: 40.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Cardiff to Hatfield with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the journey from Cardiff to Hatfield you can take a coach with National Express or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Cardiff and Hatfield on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Hatfield from Cardiff is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cardiff to Hatfield is September.
You have options as you can travel from Cardiff to Hatfield 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Cardiff to Hatfield has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff to Hatfield.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cardiff to Hatfield.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Cardiff to Hatfield.
    No, luggage for the coach from Cardiff to Hatfield needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cardiff to Hatfield.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cardiff to Hatfield.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff to Hatfield.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cardiff to Hatfield.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Hatfield

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    Hatfield
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