The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chepstow to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chepstow to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chepstow to Cardiff will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 2 buses that leave Chepstow for Cardiff 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 39 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 55 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 train and coach for Chepstow to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chepstow to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 39 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Chepstow to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chepstow to Cardiff coaches for today, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX507 | 22:40 Chepstow, Thomas Street | 0h50 | 23:30 Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX507 | 22:40 Chepstow, Thomas Street | 0h55 | 23:35 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 17 December | |||||
![]() | 17:45 Chepstow | 0h45 | 18:30 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:40 Chepstow | 0h55 | 22:35 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chepstow to Cardiff
Buses from Chepstow to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:14, the last at 23:43. The fastest coach covers the 39 km distance in 45m.
Distance 39 km |
Average bus duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 05:14 |
Last bus 23:43 |
Bus providers: National Express, Transport for Wales from Chepstow to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Chepstow to Cardiff with National Express, Transport for Wales for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Chepstow to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chepstow 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Chepstow, Thomas Street, which is located around 0.1 miles (243 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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