The cheapest and fastest coaches from Castleford to Cardiff
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
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.
To travel from Castleford to Cardiff you need to make at least one 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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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration Fastest 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:36 Wood Street | 7h49 | 20:25 Cardiff | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Castleford to Cardiff by train or coach
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Why should you book Castleford to Cardiff coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
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- 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
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.
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 |
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
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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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
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