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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wrexham to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wrexham to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wrexham to Cardiff will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 buses that leave Wrexham 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 175 km distance in an average of 9 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 30 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.
11:408h45Wrexham20:25Cardiff£161One-way0 changes- 15:159h30Wrexham0:45Cardiff£221One-way0 changes
- 11:408h45Wrexham20:25Cardiff£161One-way0 changes
- 15:159h30Wrexham0:45Cardiff£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wrexham to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wrexham to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 175 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wrexham to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Wrexham to Cardiff coaches for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:40 Wrexham | 8h45 | 20:25 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wrexham to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Wrexham to Cardiff run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 20:55. The fastest coach covers the 175 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 175 km |
Average bus duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 20:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Wrexham to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Wrexham to Cardiff with FlixBus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Wrexham to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wrexham 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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