The cheapest and fastest coaches from Huddersfield to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Huddersfield to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Huddersfield to Cardiff will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 2 buses that leave Huddersfield 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 259 km distance in an average of 10 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 45 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 Huddersfield to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Huddersfield to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 259 km
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price |
7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Huddersfield to Cardiff
Buses from Huddersfield to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 259 km distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 259 km |
Average bus duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Huddersfield to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Huddersfield to Cardiff with National Express, Megabus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Huddersfield to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Huddersfield 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 Huddersfield, Bus Station, which is located around 0.5 miles (750 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cardiff, University, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
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