4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Windsor
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Windsor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Windsor will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cardiff for Windsor every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 179 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 21 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Windsor
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Windsor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 179 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Windsor bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Windsor coaches for tomorrow, Friday 13 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:45 Cardiff | 3h30 | 10:15 Windsor | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:45 Cardiff | 6h21 | 21:06 Windsor | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Cardiff to Windsor coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Windsor.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Windsor.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Windsor
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Buses from Cardiff to Windsor run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 179 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 179 km |
Average bus duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Cardiff to WindsorYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Windsor with National Express, Megabus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Windsor coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Windsor 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 Windsor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- 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.
- 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.
- Megabus
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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