Cardiff to Lowestoft bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Lowestoft

Showing times and prices for 20 Jun

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£-0.01

Fastest journey

9 h 28 m

Average duration

9 h 28 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

355 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft you need to make at least 3 changes.

  • National Express
    7:159h28
    Cardiff
    16:43Railway Station
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    3 changes

Live departures

Cardiff to Lowestoft bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Lowestoft coaches for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express15:45 Cardiff
17h31
9:16 Railway Station3 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express operates all coaches services from Cardiff to Lowestoft.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Cardiff to Lowestoft.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Lowestoft

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Take a bus from Cardiff to Lowestoft and enjoy the approximately 355 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest coach runs at 06:24, the last at 12:00. The fastest coach covers the 355 km distance in 9h 28m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £193
Distance
355 km
Average bus duration
13h 22m
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
9h 28m
First bus
6:24
Last bus
12:00
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £193

Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to LowestoftYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Lowestoft with National Express for as low as £193. 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
9h 28m
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.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Lowestoft coach

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

FAQs
The average journey time by coach from Cardiff to Lowestoft is 9h 28m to travel the 355 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 Lowestoft leaves at 6:24. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cardiff to Lowestoft leaves at 12:00.
There are 1 coaches a day from Cardiff to Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Lowestoft. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cardiff and Lowestoft and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Lowestoft from Cardiff is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 28m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and Lowestoft including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cardiff to Lowestoft:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff to Lowestoft for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cardiff to Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cardiff to Lowestoft:
  • 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 Lowestoft:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cardiff to Lowestoft.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cardiff to Lowestoft with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff to Lowestoft with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cardiff to Lowestoft with the following coach company: National Express.

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