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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wakefield to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
270 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wakefield to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Cardiff will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 1 buses that leave Wakefield 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 270 km distance in an average of 10 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 5 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 train and coach for Wakefield to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Wakefield 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 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 270 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price |
9h 7m Average total duration 8h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wakefield to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Cardiff coaches for today, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX564 · NX509 | 17:30 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 9h40 | 03:10 Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 1 change | |
| NX564 · NX509 | On time 17:30 Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk | 9h45 | 03:15 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
| Thursday 26 March | |||||
| 07:15 Wakefield | 10h05 | 17:20 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wakefield to Cardiff
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Buses from Wakefield to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 270 km distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 270 km |
Average bus duration 8h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Wakefield to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Wakefield to Cardiff with National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Wakefield to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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