4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to London
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Buses per day
34
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to London will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 34 buses that leave Cardiff for London every day 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 211 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 25 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 London
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 211 km
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4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Cardiff to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to London coaches for today, Thursday 1 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:35 Cardiff | 6h20 | 04:55 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 2 January | |||||
| NX201 · NX444 | Delayed 01:50 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h00 | 14:00 14:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX030 | Delayed 01:50 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h00 | 10:00 10:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX509 | Delayed 15:10 03:15Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h35 | 11:30 11:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX509 | Delayed 15:10 04:50Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h30 | 11:30 11:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX509 | Delayed 15:10 05:55Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h25 | 11:30 11:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:05 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 4h00 | 10:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:05 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h30 | 09:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | Delayed 11:55 06:45Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h20 | 10:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:10 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h25 | 10:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:10 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h55 | 11:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX509 | Delayed 15:10 07:15Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h35 | 11:30 11:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | Delayed 11:55 07:45Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h40 | 11:25 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX509 | Delayed 15:10 08:30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h50 | 12:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:15 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 4h25 | 13:40 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:15 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h55 | 13:10 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 4h05 | 15:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h35 | 14:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX509 | Delayed 15:10 11:30Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h35 | 15:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 4h30 | 16:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 4h00 | 16:05 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | On time 12:15 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h30 | 15:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX509 | Delayed 15:10 13:45Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h50 | 17:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX509 | Delayed 15:10 14:45Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h00 | 18:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | On time 16:00 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h00 | 20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:15 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h50 | 20:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:15 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h20 | 19:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX509 | On time 16:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h50 | 20:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:15 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h20 | 20:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:15 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h50 | 21:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX509 | On time 17:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h50 | 21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | On time 18:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h35 | 22:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX509 | On time 19:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h30 | 23:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to London
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Buses from Cardiff to London run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 30 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 211 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 211 km |
Average bus duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 30 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Cardiff to LondonYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to London with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Cardiff to London: Journey Information
Which bus providers go from Cardiff to London?
National Express Coach Services and Megabus offer daily direct and in-direct services from Cardiff to London.
Buses from Cardiff to London
Buses are an excellent choice for travelling from Cardiff to London with National Express offering 20 daily services and Megabus operating 15. The first National Express departure is at 2:40 a.m. and services run throughout the day until 8:00 p.m. Services are direct, calling at Newport, and Chepstow. The first Megabus service leaves at 4:40 a.m. and the last at 11:45 p.m. Journey time ranges from 3 hours up to 5 hours and 45 minutes for certain Megabus routes which involve many stops.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Cardiff to London?
Departure Station: National Express coaches depart from Sophia Gardens. Passengers can get here on bus 28 from Queen Street or X1 from Cardiff Central, each taking around 20 minutes. Megabus coaches leave from Kingsway (Stop GQ) in the centre of the city.
Arrival Station: Buses from Cardiff to London arrive at Victoria Coach Station. Passengers can continue on buses 22, 211, 239, C1 and and the N11 night service which stop in front of the station, and it’s a 300-metre walk to Victoria tube and rail stations.
FAQs: Cardiff to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Cardiff, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Cardiff, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, Lloyd George Ave / Herbert Street, Cardiff, University, Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) and Cardiff, North Road (St Josephs Convent). When arriving in London, you can end your trip in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4.
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 London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and London
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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