Motherwell to Cardiff bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Motherwell to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for 20 Nov

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast coaches

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.

National Express
22:2512h40
Motherwell
11:05Cardiff
£791One-way
0 changes

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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Flight

£72

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Cheapest

£176

Average Price

£197

Average Price

9h 30m

Average total duration

9h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 29m

Average total duration

5h 59m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 28m

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3h 0m

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Motherwell to Cardiff

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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.

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
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
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: 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

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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 0m
Cheapest Price
£65
National Express frequency
4 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.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

First Greater Glasgow

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 40m
First Greater Glasgow frequency
1 a day

Stuarts Coaches UK

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 49m
Stuarts Coaches UK frequency
1 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Motherwell to Cardiff can start from as little as £37 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Motherwell to Cardiff is £37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Motherwell to Cardiff coach travel time is 15 h 50 min   for the 299 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Motherwell to Cardiff leaves at 02: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Motherwell to Cardiff leaves at 23: 55.
There are 7 coaches a day from Motherwell to Cardiff which require at least one change with National Express, Stuarts Coaches UK or First Greater Glasgow. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Motherwell to Cardiff coach with National Express, Stuarts Coaches UK or First Greater Glasgow. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey between Motherwell and Cardiff as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from Motherwell to Cardiff is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Motherwell to Cardiff including taking a coach, train or flight.
No, the coach from Motherwell to Cardiff has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Motherwell to Cardiff.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Motherwell to Cardiff.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Motherwell to Cardiff.
    No, luggage for the coach from Motherwell to Cardiff needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Motherwell to Cardiff.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Motherwell to Cardiff.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Motherwell to Cardiff.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Motherwell to Cardiff.

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