The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newcastle to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
11 h 20 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newcastle to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Cardiff will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Newcastle to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.
NX426 · NX509
NX426 · NX509
NX426 · NX509
NX426 · NX509
NX426 · NX509
NX133 · NX111
NX133 · NX111
NX598 · NX507
NX598 · NX507
NX180 · NX101 · NX202Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Newcastle to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 402 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£34 Average Price Cheapest | £179 Average Price |
10h 43m Average total duration 10h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newcastle to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Cardiff coaches for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:25 Newcastle | 15h55 | 14:20 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
NX598 · NX507 | Delayed 00:15 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 11h50 | 13:55 13:55Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 1 change | |
NX598 · NX507 | 00:15 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 11h55 | 12:10 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
NX426 · NX509 | 05:45 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 12h40 | 18:25 Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 1 change | |
NX133 · NX111 | 07:45 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 10h15 | 18:00 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
NX426 · NX507 | On time 08:00 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 13h10 | 21:10 Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 1 change | |
NX133 · NX111 | 09:45 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 10h25 | 20:10 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
NX183 · NX100 · NX202 | 11:35 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 13h15 | 00:50 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2 changes | |
NX183 · NX100 · NX202 | 11:35 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 13h15 | 00:50 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2 changes | |
NX426 · NX509 | 11:50 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 13h05 | 00:55 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
NX426 · NX509 | 11:50 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 13h00 | 00:50 Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 1 change | |
NX426 · NX509 | 14:45 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 12h25 | 03:10 Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 1 change | |
NX426 · NX509 | 14:45 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 12h30 | 03:15 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newcastle to Cardiff
Buses from Newcastle to Cardiff run on average 15 times per day, taking around 10h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 402 km distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 402 km |
Average bus duration 10h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Newcastle to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Newcastle to Cardiff with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Newcastle to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street, which is located around 0.2 miles (436 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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