1,000+ travel companies
1,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
The cheapest and fastest coaches from Inverness to Cardiff
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
20 h 25 m
Average duration
20 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
670 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Inverness to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Cardiff will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £80.
Fast coaches
Of the 1 buses that leave Inverness for Cardiff every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 670 km distance in an average of 20 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 25 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.
15:5020h25
Inverness12:15Cardiff
£801One-way
0 changes
15:5020h25
Inverness12:15Cardiff
£801One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Inverness to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £363.
Distance: 670 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£65 Average Price Cheapest | £364 Average Price |
18h 0m Average total duration 17h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 14m Average total duration Fastest 9h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Inverness to Cardiff bus times
Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:30
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:50 Inverness | 20h25 | 12:15 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Inverness to Cardiff by coach or train
Thu
06 Nov
06 Nov
Fri
07 Nov
07 Nov
Sat
08 Nov
08 Nov
Sun
09 Nov
09 Nov
Mon
10 Nov
10 Nov
Tue
11 Nov
11 Nov
Wed
12 Nov
12 Nov
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Inverness to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Inverness to Cardiff run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
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 670 km |
Average bus duration 17h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 20h 25m |
First bus 04:08 |
Last bus 18:00 |
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, Megabus from Inverness to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Inverness to Cardiff with FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £40. 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
20h 25m
Cheapest Price
£32
FlixBus frequency
1 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.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
24h 55m
Cheapest Price
£47
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
FAQs: Inverness to Cardiff coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Inverness to Cardiff with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Inverness to Cardiff.
Cheap coach tickets from Inverness to Cardiff can start from as little as £37 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Inverness to Cardiff is £72; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Inverness to Cardiff coach time is 21 h 30 min covering the 415 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Inverness to Cardiff leaves at 04: 12. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Inverness to Cardiff leaves at 20: 50.
There is 1 coach a day from Inverness to Cardiff which require at least one change with FlixBus or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Inverness to Cardiff you can take a coach with FlixBus or Megabus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Cardiff from Inverness on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Inverness to Cardiff by coach is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Inverness and Cardiff including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Inverness to Cardiff has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Inverness to Cardiff.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Inverness to Cardiff.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Inverness to Cardiff, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Inverness to Cardiff.
No, luggage for the coach from Inverness to Cardiff needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Inverness to Cardiff.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Inverness to Cardiff.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Inverness to Cardiff.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Inverness to Cardiff.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Inverness and Cardiff
Inverness
Cardiff
The major coach station for departures in Inverness is Inverness, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Inverness, Bus Station for your trip from Inverness to Cardiff.
Inverness, Bus Station
information
The major coach station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) for your trip to Cardiff from Inverness.
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
information
More options for your journey from Inverness to Cardiff
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular buses to and from Cardiff and Inverness
Most popular bus connections
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
