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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
11 h 30 m
Average duration
14 h 38 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 3 buses that leave Glasgow Central (GLC) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 492 km distance in an average of 14 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 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 coach and train for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 492 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £146 Average Price |
11h 38m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration Fastest 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) coaches for today, Thursday 12 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 17h00 | 14:15 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:25 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 14h35 | 12:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 13 February | |||||
| 08:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 11h30 | 20:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 08:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 492 km distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 492 km |
Average bus duration 11h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 08:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)You can travel by bus between Glasgow Central (GLC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow Central (GLC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Central (CDF), 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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