Crawley to Cardiff bus with FlixBus

Fri, 07 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Crawley to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for 08 Nov

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

5 h 11 m

Average duration

5 h 20 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

212 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Crawley to Cardiff will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

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

Metrobus
07:015h29
Crawley
12:30Cardiff
£241One-way
1 change
Metrobus
08:475h23
Crawley
14:10Cardiff
£241One-way
1 change
Metrobus
10:535h52
Crawley
16:45Cardiff
£241One-way
1 change
Metrobus
12:545h31
Crawley
18:25Cardiff
£241One-way
1 change
Metrobus
14:545h26
Crawley
20:20Cardiff
£241One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Crawley to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crawley to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £40.

Distance: 212 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

£51

Average Price

5h 10m

Average total duration

4h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Great Western Rail

Most popular train company

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Live departures

Crawley to Cardiff bus times

The table below shows live departures for Crawley to Cardiff coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 03:28
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus22:20 Crawley
4h45
03:05 Cardiff0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Crawley to Cardiff

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Buses from Crawley to Cardiff run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

There are 17 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 212 km distance in 4h 45m.

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
212 km
Average bus duration
4h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Buses per day
17
Direct buses
17
Fastest bus
4h 45m
First bus
00:45
Last bus
23:45
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: FlixBus, Metrobus from Crawley to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Crawley to Cardiff with FlixBus, Metrobus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
£14
FlixBus frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Metrobus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 8m
Cheapest Price
£24
Metrobus frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Crawley to Cardiff coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley 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 Crawley to Cardiff can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Crawley to Cardiff is £19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Crawley to Cardiff coach time is 4 h 35 min   covering the 131 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Crawley to Cardiff leaves at 00: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Crawley to Cardiff leaves at 23: 45.
There are 12 coaches a day from Crawley to Cardiff which require at least one change with FlixBus or Metrobus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Crawley to Cardiff coach with FlixBus or Metrobus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route between Crawley and Cardiff as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Cardiff from Crawley is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Crawley to Cardiff by coach is January.
You have options as you can travel to Cardiff from Crawley 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Crawley to Cardiff has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Crawley to Cardiff.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Crawley to Cardiff.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Crawley to Cardiff.
    No, luggage for the coach from Crawley to Cardiff needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Crawley to Cardiff.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Crawley to Cardiff.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Crawley to Cardiff.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Crawley to Cardiff.

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