The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wolverhampton to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wolverhampton to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wolverhampton to Cardiff will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Wolverhampton for Cardiff every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 143 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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 Wolverhampton to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 143 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Wolverhampton to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Cardiff coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:50 Wolverhampton | 4h25 | 13:15 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Wolverhampton | 4h05 | 17:05 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Wolverhampton to Cardiff coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Wolverhampton to Cardiff.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wolverhampton to Cardiff
Buses from Wolverhampton to Cardiff run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 143 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 143 km |
Average bus duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Wolverhampton to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Wolverhampton to Cardiff with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Wolverhampton to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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