The cheapest and fastest coaches from Motherwell to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
12 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
482 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Motherwell to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motherwell to Cardiff will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £79.
Of the 1 buses that leave Motherwell 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 482 km distance in an average of 12 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 40 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 coach, train and flight for Motherwell to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Motherwell to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, and a flight costs an average of £163.
Distance: 482 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£72 Average Price Cheapest | £176 Average Price | £197 Average Price |
9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Motherwell to Cardiff
Buses from Motherwell to Cardiff run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £65 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:35, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 482 km distance in 12h 0m.
Distance 482 km |
Average bus duration 9h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 12h 0m |
First bus 04:35 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: National Express, First Greater Glasgow, Stuarts Coaches UK from Motherwell to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Motherwell to Cardiff with National Express, First Greater Glasgow, Stuarts Coaches UK for as low as £65. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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First Greater Glasgow
Stuarts Coaches UK
FAQs: Motherwell to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motherwell 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.

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