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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Leicester to Cardiff from various bus operators like National Express, FlixBus or megabus for the next days.
today
tomorrow
from £16
Monday
from £12
Tuesday
from £16
Wednesday
from £11
Thursday
from £10
Friday
from £14

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    7h 55m
    0
    03:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    11:50
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    6h 40m
    0
    20:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    02:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    6h 55m
    0
    07:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    14:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    8h 5m
    0
    17:00
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Bus Station Wood St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 45m
    0
    17:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Bus Station Wood St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Cardiff via Birmingham, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      5h 15m
      0
      12:45
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      14:00
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      3h 0m
      0
      15:00
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      18:00
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel Time is 1h 25m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    10h 5m
    0
    12:40
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    22:45
    Cardiff
    Bus Station Wood St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    9h 45m
    0
    13:00
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    22:45
    Cardiff
    Bus Station Wood St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    8h 20m
    0
    03:40
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    12:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 15m
    0
    12:45
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    18:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    6h 40m
    0
    20:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    02:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    9h 50m
    0
    07:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:40
    Cardiff
    Bus Station Wood St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    9h 30m
    0
    08:10
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:40
    Cardiff
    Bus Station Wood St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    10h 5m
    0
    12:40
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    22:45
    Cardiff
    Bus Station Wood St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    7h 10m
    0
    17:45
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    00:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    4h 50m
    0
    09:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    14:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Cardiff via Birmingham, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      5h 15m
      0
      12:45
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      14:00
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      3h 0m
      0
      15:00
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      18:00
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 15m
    0
    12:45
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    18:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £11
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    7h 30m
    0
    06:00
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    13:30
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    7h 10m
    0
    17:45
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    00:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    9h 50m
    0
    07:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:40
    Cardiff
    Bus Station Wood St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    9h 30m
    0
    08:10
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:40
    Cardiff
    Bus Station Wood St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    9h 0m
    0
    03:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    12:15
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £10
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    8h 40m
    0
    03:35
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    12:15
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    7h 0m
    0
    20:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    03:15
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    8h 40m
    0
    06:55
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    15:35
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    7h 10m
    0
    17:45
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    00:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    6h 40m
    0
    20:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    02:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    9h 50m
    0
    07:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    17:40
    Cardiff
    Bus Station Wood St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    9h 30m
    0
    08:10
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    17:40
    Cardiff
    Bus Station Wood St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    6h 50m
    0
    09:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    16:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • megabus
    Save more than 0%
    7h 50m
    0
    20:15
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    04:05
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Cardiff via Birmingham, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      5h 15m
      0
      12:45
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      14:00
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      3h 0m
      0
      15:00
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      18:00
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel Time is 1h 25m shorter, and you will save £2

Frequency of bus connections between Leicester and Cardiff

See here how frequent the connections between Leicester and Cardiff are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 21 daily coaches from Leicester to Cardiff. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 15 daily coaches between Leicester and Cardiff.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 54 coaches from Leicester to Cardiff, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Leicester and Cardiff, with 15 offers.

Facts about coaches from Leicester to Cardiff

Compare all providers like National Express, FlixBus and megabus that travel 18 times every day by bus from Leicester to Cardiff in one click! Book your bus ticket from Leicester to Cardiff starting from £10!

Cheapest Bus £10
Fastest Bus 4h 50m
Earliest Coach 03:15
Latest Coach 20:15
Daily Bus Connections 18 Ø
Distance 189.6 km
Coach Companies National Express, FlixBus and megabus

Cheapest coach connections from Leicester to Cardiff

Every day, 18 buses from 3 coach companies leave Leicester for Cardiff: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/10/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 30/09
Tuesday 01/10
Wednesday 02/10
Thursday 03/10
Friday 04/10
Saturday 05/10
Sunday 06/10
£16
Monday 07/10
£12
Tuesday 08/10
£16
Wednesday 09/10
£14
Thursday 10/10
£12
Friday 11/10
£14
Saturday 12/10
£12
Sunday 13/10
£18
Monday 14/10
£12
Tuesday 15/10
£12
Wednesday 16/10
£12
Thursday 17/10
Friday 18/10
£20
Saturday 19/10
£18
Sunday 20/10
Monday 21/10
£13
Tuesday 22/10
Wednesday 23/10
£15
Thursday 24/10
Friday 25/10
£20
Saturday 26/10
£17
Sunday 27/10

The cheapest time to travel from Leicester to Cardiff

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leicester to Cardiff, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £10, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Leicester to Cardiff. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £16.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leicester to Cardiff, with £10. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £12.

How to save money travelling from Leicester to Cardiff

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Leicester 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 bus from Leicester 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 Leicester to Cardiff are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Leicester to Cardiff

These are the most booked bus companies between Leicester to Cardiff from our users.

FlixBus from Leicester to Cardiff

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £10
Fastest Coach 7h 25m
Earliest Coach 03:15
Last Coach 17:20
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 04/10/2024

National Express from Leicester to Cardiff

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £11
Fastest Coach 4h 50m
Earliest Coach 03:55
Last Coach 20:15
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 04/10/2024

All bus stations and stops in Leicester and Cardiff

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Leicester and Cardiff.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leicester to Cardiff

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Leicester to Cardiff? Or which bus companies serve the route Leicester to Cardiff? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Leicester to Cardiff bus

How much does a Leicester - Cardiff coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Leicester - Cardiff bus trip is available from £10 and takes 9h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Leicester to Cardiff is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £10 to £32. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Leicester to Cardiff is offered by roughly 18 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cardiff from Leicester take?

The quickest coach from Leicester to Cardiff is provided by National Express and takes 4h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £22. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leicester to Cardiff?

The earliest bus to Cardiff departs from Leicester at 03:15. 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 Leicester to Cardiff?

The latest bus to Cardiff departs from Leicester at 20:15. 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 Leicester - Cardiff route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Cardiff?

You can check all the direct connections between Leicester 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, FlixBus and megabus.

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Cardiff on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

Alternate transport types from Leicester to Cardiff

Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Leicester to Cardiff for the next days.

Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Cardiff

Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Leicester to Cardiff for the next days.
  • CrossCountry
    Save more than 0%
    4h 21m
    0
    05:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    10:09
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £102
  • CrossCountry
    Save more than 0%
    4h 21m
    0
    05:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    10:09
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    First Class
    from £286

More bus routes to Leicester and to Cardiff

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Leicester and to Cardiff. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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