The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Watford
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Watford will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Cardiff to Watford you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Watford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Watford 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 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 193 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Watford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Watford coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:45 Cardiff | 5h50 | 10:35 Watford | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:45 Cardiff | 4h50 | 11:35 Watford | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:45 Cardiff | 4h50 | 13:35 Watford | 1 change | |
| Saturday 8 November | |||||
![]() | 00:45 Cardiff | 5h50 | 06:35 Watford | 1 change | |
![]() | 02:45 Cardiff | 4h50 | 07:35 Watford | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff to Watford by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Watford
Buses from Cardiff to Watford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 193 km distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 193 km |
Average bus duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 27m |
First bus 05:00 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Cardiff to WatfordYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Watford with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Watford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Watford 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 Watford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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