London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

Showing times and prices for 14 Nov

Cheapest price

£0

Average price

£-0

Fastest journey

3 h 56 m

Average duration

4 h 7 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

207 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast coaches

To travel from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) you need to make at least one change.

London Central
09:594h16
London Paddington (PAD)
14:15Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
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1 change
London Central
10:594h16
London Paddington (PAD)
15:15Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
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1 change
London Central
11:594h16
London Paddington (PAD)
16:15Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
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1 change
London Central
12:594h41
London Paddington (PAD)
17:40Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
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1 change
London Central
14:295h01
London Paddington (PAD)
19:30Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
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1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £40.

Distance: 207 km

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Train

£11

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Cheapest

£55

Average Price

4h 14m

Average total duration

3h 44m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 27m

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Fastest

1h 57m

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Live departures

London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) coaches for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 07:02
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express20:00 London Paddington (PAD)
3h25
23:25 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus21:30 London Paddington (PAD)
3h20
00:50 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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Buses from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 16:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 207 km distance in 3h 15m.

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
207 km
Average bus duration
3h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
22
Direct buses
16
Fastest bus
3h 15m
First bus
16:00
Last bus
22:30
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: Megabus, National Express, London Buses, London Central from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)You can travel by bus between London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) with Megabus, National Express, London Buses, London Central for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
4h 1m
Cheapest Price
£7
Megabus frequency
17 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.
Entertaiment on board

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
£10
National Express frequency
19 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.

London Buses

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 7m
Cheapest Price
£28
London Buses frequency
1 a day

London Central

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 56m
London Central frequency
12 a day

FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) 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 Queen Street (CDQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) is £16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) coach travel time is 3 h 16 min   for the 128 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) leaves at 05: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) leaves at 23: 59.
There are 18 coaches a day from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) which require at least one change with Megabus, London Central or London Buses. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) you can take a coach with Megabus, London Central or London Buses. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) from London Paddington (PAD) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 16 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).
    No, luggage for the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).

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