The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Wrexham
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 17 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Wrexham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Wrexham will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Cardiff to Wrexham you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusTravel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Wrexham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Wrexham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 175 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Wrexham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Wrexham coaches for today, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:15 Cardiff | 12h05 | 05:20 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 26 February | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:40 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 11h20 | 13:00 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:10 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 11h20 | 18:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Cardiff to Wrexham by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
26 Feb
27 Feb
28 Feb
01 Mar
02 Mar
03 Mar
04 Mar
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Wrexham
Buses from Cardiff to Wrexham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 20:55. The fastest coach covers the 175 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 175 km |
Average bus duration 10h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 20:55 |
FAQs: Cardiff to Wrexham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Wrexham 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 Wrexham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Wrexham
Most popular bus connections from Cardiff
More options for your journey from Cardiff to Wrexham
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
