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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Guildford to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 4 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Guildford to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Cardiff will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 4 buses that leave Guildford for Cardiff every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 183 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 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.
12:256h30Guildford18:55Cardiff£141One-way0 changes- 10:556h55Guildford17:50Cardiff£151One-way0 changes
- 19:355h25Guildford1:00Cardiff£231One-way0 changes
- 18:355h25Guildford0:00Cardiff£331One-way0 changes
- 19:355h25Guildford1:00Cardiff£231One-way0 changes
- 18:355h25Guildford0:00Cardiff£331One-way0 changes
- 12:256h30Guildford18:55Cardiff£141One-way0 changes
- 10:556h55Guildford17:50Cardiff£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Guildford to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford 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 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 183 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Guildford to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Cardiff coaches for today, Thursday 11 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX030 · NX509 | On time 11:55 Guildford, Egerton Road | 6h35 | 18:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
| NX030 · NX509 | On time 15:55 Guildford, Egerton Road | 5h50 | 21:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
| NX030 · NX509 | On time 19:35 Guildford, Egerton Road | 5h20 | 0:55 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Guildford to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Guildford to Cardiff run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 183 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 183 km |
Average bus duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: National Express, First Berkshire & The Thames Valley from Guildford to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Guildford to Cardiff with National Express, First Berkshire & The Thames Valley for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Guildford to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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