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Which bus from Birkenhead to Cardiff is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Birkenhead to Cardiff. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£32
tomorrow
£26
Monday
£20
Tuesday
£19
Wednesday
£19
Thursday
£18
Friday
£26

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 5m 23:55 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 11:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £32
National Express 9h 5m 07:00 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 16:05 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birkenhead to Cardiff via Liverpool, you can save more than £2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 6%
      6h 30m
      Birkenhead
      3 km
      12:30
      Liverpool
      Edge Lane Drive
      19:00
      Cardiff
      University
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birkenhead to Cardiff via Birmingham, you can save more than £17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      13h 20m
      0
      23:55
      Birkenhead
      Hamilton Square
      02:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 6h 20m
    • FlixBus
      4h 25m
      0
      08:50
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      13:15
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 4h 15m longer, but you will save £17

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 5m 23:55 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 11:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 9h 5m 07:00 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 16:05 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birkenhead to Cardiff via Liverpool, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      11h 20m
      Birkenhead
      3 km
      23:40
      Liverpool
      One Bus Station
      11:00
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birkenhead to Cardiff via Birmingham, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      13h 20m
      0
      23:55
      Birkenhead
      Hamilton Square
      02:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 6h 20m
    • FlixBus
      4h 25m
      0
      08:50
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      13:15
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 4h 15m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 5m 23:55 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 11:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 9h 20m 06:50 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 16:10 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birkenhead to Cardiff via Birmingham, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      13h 20m
      0
      23:55
      Birkenhead
      Hamilton Square
      02:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 6h 20m
    • FlixBus
      4h 25m
      0
      08:50
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      13:15
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 4h 0m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 50m 06:50 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 14:40 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 11h 5m 23:55 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 11:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birkenhead to Cardiff via Birmingham, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 20m
      0
      06:50
      Birkenhead
      Hamilton Square
      10:25
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 2h 40m
    • FlixBus
      4h 5m
      0
      13:05
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      17:10
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 2h 30m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 50m 06:50 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 14:40 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 11h 5m 23:55 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 11:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birkenhead to Cardiff via Birmingham, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 20m
      0
      06:50
      Birkenhead
      Hamilton Square
      10:25
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 2h 40m
    • FlixBus
      4h 5m
      0
      13:05
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      17:10
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 2h 30m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 50m 06:50 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 14:40 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 11h 5m 23:55 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 11:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birkenhead to Cardiff via Birmingham, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 20m
      0
      06:50
      Birkenhead
      Hamilton Square
      10:25
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 2h 40m
    • FlixBus
      4h 5m
      0
      13:05
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      17:10
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 2h 30m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 50m 06:50 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 16:40 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 11h 5m 23:55 Birkenhead Hamilton Square 11:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birkenhead to Cardiff via Liverpool, you can save more than £5? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 19%
      12h 0m
      Birkenhead
      3 km
      08:55
      Liverpool
      One Bus Station
      20:55
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birkenhead to Cardiff via Birmingham, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 20m
      0
      06:50
      Birkenhead
      Hamilton Square
      10:25
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 2h 40m
    • FlixBus
      4h 5m
      0
      13:05
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      17:10
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save £11

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Birkenhead to Cardiff is £18 on 11/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Birkenhead and Cardiff?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Birkenhead to Cardiff. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Birkenhead to Cardiff. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Birkenhead and Cardiff.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 7 coaches from Birkenhead to Cardiff, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Birkenhead and Cardiff, with 7 offers.

All facts for Birkenhead to Cardiff bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 2 times by bus from Birkenhead to Cardiff in one click. Book your Birkenhead to Cardiff bus ticket starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 7h 50m
Earliest Coach 07:00
Latest Coach 23:55
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 212.5 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Birkenhead to Cardiff?

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Birkenhead for Cardiff. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 06/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
Saturday 06/12
£32
Sunday 07/12
£26
Monday 08/12
£20
Tuesday 09/12
£19
Wednesday 10/12
£19
Thursday 11/12
£18
Friday 12/12
£26
Saturday 13/12
£30
Sunday 14/12
£26
Monday 15/12
£31
Tuesday 16/12
£26
Wednesday 17/12
£26
Thursday 18/12
£38
Friday 19/12
£39
Saturday 20/12
£42
Sunday 21/12
£39
Monday 22/12
£41
Tuesday 23/12
£43
Wednesday 24/12
Thursday 25/12
Friday 26/12
£62
Saturday 27/12
£52
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Birkenhead to Cardiff

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birkenhead to Cardiff, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £18, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Birkenhead to Cardiff. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £30.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birkenhead to Cardiff, with £18. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £20.

How to save money travelling from Birkenhead to Cardiff

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Birkenhead to Cardiff in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Birkenhead to Cardiff, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Birkenhead to Cardiff are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Birkenhead to Cardiff?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Birkenhead to Cardiff timetable.

National Express from Birkenhead to Cardiff

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Birkenhead to Cardiff:

Cheapest Price £18
Fastest Coach 7h 50m
Earliest Coach 07:00
Last Coach 23:55
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 05/12/2025
In total 1 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Birkenhead and Cardiff

Here is a map with all coach stations in Birkenhead and Cardiff. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Birkenhead to Cardiff

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Birkenhead to Cardiff. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Birkenhead to Cardiff bus

How much does a Birkenhead Cardiff coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Birkenhead Cardiff bus trip is available from £18 and takes 7h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Birkenhead to Cardiff?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £45. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Cardiff.

How many connections are available for the Birkenhead Cardiff route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Birkenhead to Cardiff is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cardiff from Birkenhead take?

The quickest coach from Birkenhead to Cardiff is provided by National Express and takes 7h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £19. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birkenhead to Cardiff?

The earliest bus to Cardiff departs from Birkenhead at 07:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Birkenhead to Cardiff?

The latest bus to Cardiff departs from Birkenhead at 23:55. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Birkenhead Cardiff route?

Passengers looking to travel from Birkenhead to Cardiff can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Cardiff?

You can check all the direct connections between Birkenhead and Cardiff by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Cardiff from Birkenhead?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Birkenhead Cardiff bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birkenhead Cardiff bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Birkenhead to Cardiff on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Birkenhead to Cardiff

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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