Castleford to Cardiff bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Castleford to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for 26 Mar

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£29

Fastest journey

7 h 49 m

Average duration

7 h 49 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

278 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Castleford to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Castleford to Cardiff will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.

Fast coaches

To travel from Castleford to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.

Arriva UK
12:367h49
Wood Street
20:25Cardiff
£291One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Castleford to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Castleford to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £69.

Distance: 278 km

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£20

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Cheapest

£69

Average Price

6h 5m

Average total duration

5h 35m

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30m

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6h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 34m

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30m

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Live departures

Castleford to Cardiff bus times

The table below shows live departures for Castleford to Cardiff coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 14:05
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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Arriva UK12:36 Wood Street
7h49
20:25 Cardiff1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Castleford to Cardiff coaches with Omio?

Megabus operates all coaches services from Castleford to Cardiff.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Castleford to Cardiff.

Why book with Omio vs Megabus?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Castleford to Cardiff.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Castleford to Cardiff.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Castleford to Cardiff

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Buses from Castleford to Cardiff run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 19:45. The fastest coach covers the 278 km distance in 6h 55m.

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
Distance
278 km
Average bus duration
5h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
10
Fastest bus
6h 55m
First bus
00:50
Last bus
19:45
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

Bus providers: Megabus from Castleford to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Castleford to Cardiff with Megabus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

FAQs: Castleford to Cardiff coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Castleford to Cardiff can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Castleford to Cardiff is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Castleford to Cardiff is 6h 55m to travel the 278 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 Castleford to Cardiff leaves at 0:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Castleford to Cardiff leaves at 19:45.
There are 10 coaches a day from Castleford to Cardiff which require at least one change with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Castleford to Cardiff, you can count on Megabus for the best way to get you to Cardiff. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Castleford and Cardiff and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Cardiff from Castleford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Castleford to Cardiff is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Castleford and Cardiff including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Castleford to Cardiff:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Castleford to Cardiff for coach company Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Castleford to Cardiff depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Castleford to Cardiff.
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 Castleford to Cardiff.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Castleford to Cardiff:
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Castleford to Cardiff:
  • 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Castleford to Cardiff.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Castleford to Cardiff with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Castleford to Cardiff with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Castleford to Cardiff with the following coach company: Megabus.

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