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Which bus from Cardiff to London is the best?

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

today
from £9
tomorrow
from £7
Monday
from £7
Tuesday
from £13
Wednesday
from £7
Thursday
from £5
Friday
from £7

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 5m
    0
    02:30
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    05:35
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    3h 40m
    0
    14:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    18:25
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    3h 30m
    0
    16:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    20:15
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    16:15
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    19:35
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    17:15
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    20:35
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 5m
    0
    02:30
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    05:35
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    02:30
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    05:50
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    3h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Cardiff
    University
    05:35
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    4h 0m
    0
    12:05
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    16:05
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    4h 30m
    0
    12:05
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    16:35
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    16:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    20:30
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    16:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    20:50
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    04:20
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    07:55
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    11:00
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    14:35
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    16:15
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    19:35
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    16:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    20:30
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    16:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    20:50
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    16:55
    Cardiff
    University
    20:30
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    17:15
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    20:35
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    3h 50m
    0
    17:15
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    21:05
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to London via Bristol, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 10m
      0
      16:00
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      17:25
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      17:40
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      20:10
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    16:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    20:30
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    16:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    20:50
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    16:55
    Cardiff
    University
    20:30
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    4h 5m
    0
    11:00
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    15:05
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    3h 50m
    0
    16:15
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    20:05
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 50m
    0
    17:15
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    21:05
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    17:15
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    20:35
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    4h 5m
    0
    11:00
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    15:05
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    03:15
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    06:35
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    3h 40m
    0
    04:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    08:25
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 5m
    0
    02:30
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    05:35
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    03:15
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    06:35
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    02:30
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    05:50
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    3h 55m
    0
    13:30
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    17:25
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    16:15
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    19:35
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13

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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cardiff to London. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 174 daily coaches from Cardiff to London. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 78 daily coaches between Cardiff and London.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 346 coaches from Cardiff to London, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and London, with 104 offers.

Enjoy these deals on your way from Cardiff to London

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All facts for Cardiff to London bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 130 times by bus from Cardiff to London in one click. Book your Cardiff to London bus ticket starting from £5!

Cheapest Bus £5
Fastest Bus 2h 40m
Earliest Coach 01:50
Latest Coach 23:40
Daily Bus Connections 130 Ø
Distance 211.2 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cardiff to London?

Every day, 130 buses from 2 coach companies leave Cardiff for London. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 21/06/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/06
Tuesday 17/06
Wednesday 18/06
Thursday 19/06
Friday 20/06
Saturday 21/06
£13
Sunday 22/06
£7
Monday 23/06
£9
Tuesday 24/06
£13
Wednesday 25/06
£7
Thursday 26/06
£9
Friday 27/06
£19
Saturday 28/06
£8
Sunday 29/06
£7
Monday 30/06
£5
Tuesday 01/07
£5
Wednesday 02/07
£5
Thursday 03/07
£5
Friday 04/07
£5
Saturday 05/07
£5
Sunday 06/07
£9
Monday 07/07
£5
Tuesday 08/07
£5
Wednesday 09/07
£5
Thursday 10/07
£5
Friday 11/07
£7
Saturday 12/07
£5
Sunday 13/07

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to London

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to London, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £5, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cardiff to London. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £13.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to London, with £5. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £9.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff to London

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 Cardiff to London 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 Cardiff to London, 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 Cardiff to London are also emptier.

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

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

National Express from Cardiff to London

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £7
Fastest Coach 2h 40m
Earliest Coach 01:50
Last Coach 23:40
Daily Connections 115 Ø
Found on 20/06/2025

FlixBus from Cardiff to London

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Cardiff to London:

Cheapest Price £5
Fastest Coach 3h 20m
Earliest Coach 06:05
Last Coach 17:15
Daily Connections 15 Ø
Found on 21/06/2025
In total 2 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 Cardiff and London

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Cardiff to London? Compare all modes of transports from Cardiff to London.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cardiff to London. 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 Cardiff to London bus

How much does a Cardiff London coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cardiff London bus trip is available from £5 and takes 3h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £5 to £56. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to London.

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

Each day, the bus route from Cardiff to London is offered by roughly 130 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to London from Cardiff take?

The quickest coach from Cardiff to London is provided by National Express and takes 2h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £24. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to London?

The earliest bus to London departs from Cardiff at 01:50. 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 Cardiff to London?

The latest bus to London departs from Cardiff at 23:40. 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 Cardiff London route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and London?

You can check all the direct connections between Cardiff and London 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 and FlixBus.

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

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 Cardiff London 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 Cardiff London 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 Cardiff to London on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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