Cardiff to Huddersfield bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Huddersfield

Showing times and prices for 28 Nov

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£39

Fastest journey

7 h 40 m

Average duration

9 h 41 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

259 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Cardiff to Huddersfield will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.

Fast coaches

To travel from Cardiff to Huddersfield you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX509 · NX564
03:1511h15
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
14:30Huddersfield, Bus Station
£291One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX111 · NX131
13:358h30
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
22:05Huddersfield, Bus Station
£331One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX112 · NX131
11:057h40
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
18:45Huddersfield, Bus Station
£391One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX509 · NX465
19:4511h20
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
07:05Huddersfield, Bus Station
£541One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Huddersfield

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Huddersfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £45.

Distance: 259 km

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£30

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Cheapest

£68

Average Price

7h 35m

Average total duration

7h 5m

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4h 38m

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4h 8m

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Live departures

Cardiff to Huddersfield bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Huddersfield coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 05:33
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express08:50 Cardiff
8h55
17:45 Huddersfield0 changesdirect
national_express13:10 Cardiff
7h55
21:05 Huddersfield0 changesdirect
Friday 28 November
national_expressNX509 · NX56403:15 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
11h15
14:30 Huddersfield, Bus Station1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Huddersfield

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Buses from Cardiff to Huddersfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 259 km distance in 7h 5m.

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
259 km
Average bus duration
7h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
7h 5m
First bus
03:15
Last bus
23:15
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, Megabus from Cardiff to HuddersfieldYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Huddersfield with National Express, Megabus for as low as £23. 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
7h 25m
Cheapest Price
£18
National Express frequency
4 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.
Learn more about National Express

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 45m
Cheapest Price
£24
Megabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Cardiff to Huddersfield coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Huddersfield 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 Huddersfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff to Huddersfield can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff to Huddersfield is £38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Huddersfield from Cardiff is on average 6 h 45 min   for the 160 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Cardiff and Huddersfield by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Cardiff to Huddersfield leaves at 03: 14. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Cardiff to Huddersfield leaves at 23: 15.
There are 8 coaches a day from Cardiff to Huddersfield which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Cardiff to Huddersfield coach with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip to Huddersfield from Cardiff as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cardiff, University, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Huddersfield, Bus Station, located 0.5 miles (750 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a coach from Cardiff to Huddersfield is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Cardiff to Huddersfield including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Cardiff to Huddersfield has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff to Huddersfield.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cardiff to Huddersfield.

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

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    Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Huddersfield

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    Huddersfield
    The major coach station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens for your trip from Cardiff to Huddersfield.
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    Cardiff, University
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