Compare all timetables for the bus from Manchester to Cardiff
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Manchester to Cardiff from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
Cheapest bus trips today
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus7h 5m009:00ManchesterShudehill Interchange16:05CardiffLloyd George Avenue0Economy
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FlixBus6h 45m009:20ManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station16:05CardiffLloyd George Avenue0Economy
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National Express9h 30m017:45ManchesterCoach Station03:15CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express6h 10m008:30ManchesterCoach Station14:40CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express6h 30m011:30ManchesterCoach Station18:00CardiffCoach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus7h 5m009:00ManchesterShudehill Interchange16:05CardiffLloyd George Avenue0Economy
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FlixBus6h 45m009:20ManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station16:05CardiffLloyd George Avenue0Economy
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FlixBus7h 5m009:00ManchesterShudehill Interchange16:05CardiffBus Interchange0Economy
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National Express6h 55m012:30ManchesterCoach Station19:25CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express9h 10m017:45ManchesterCoach Station02:55CardiffCoach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus6h 50m009:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange16:10CardiffLloyd George Avenue0Economy
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National Express5h 40m014:30ManchesterCoach Station20:10CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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FlixBus6h 50m009:20ManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station16:10CardiffLloyd George Avenue0Economy
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National Express5h 40m013:30ManchesterCoach Station19:10CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express9h 10m017:45ManchesterCoach Station02:55CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Cardiff via Bristol, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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FlixBus6h 45m009:20ManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station12:50BristolCoach Station0Economy
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FlixBus1h 30m014:35BristolCoach Station16:05CardiffBus Interchange0Economy
Waiting Time 1h 45mTravel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £3 -
Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus7h 5m009:00ManchesterShudehill Interchange16:05CardiffLloyd George Avenue0Economy
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FlixBus10h 5m015:00ManchesterShudehill Interchange01:05CardiffLloyd George Avenue0Economy
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FlixBus6h 45m009:20ManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station16:05CardiffLloyd George Avenue0Economy
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National Express8h 0m021:45ManchesterCoach Station05:45CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express7h 15m017:35ManchesterCoach Station00:50CardiffCoach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Monday
Prices are for one way and one person
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National Express5h 55m013:30ManchesterCoach Station19:25CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express6h 30m011:30ManchesterCoach Station18:00CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express8h 30m019:15ManchesterCoach Station03:45CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express9h 10m017:45ManchesterCoach Station02:55CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express9h 55m005:15ManchesterCoach Station15:10CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Cardiff via Bristol, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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FlixBus6h 45m009:20ManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station12:50BristolCoach Station0Economy
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FlixBus1h 30m014:35BristolCoach Station16:05CardiffBus Interchange0Economy
Waiting Time 1h 45mTravel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £4 -
Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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National Express6h 10m008:30ManchesterCoach Station14:40CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express6h 30m011:30ManchesterCoach Station18:00CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express9h 30m017:45ManchesterCoach Station03:15CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express8h 0m021:45ManchesterCoach Station05:45CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express7h 20m017:30ManchesterCoach Station00:50CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Cardiff via Bristol, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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FlixBus6h 45m009:20ManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station12:50BristolCoach Station0Economy
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FlixBus1h 30m014:35BristolCoach Station16:05CardiffBus Interchange0Economy
Waiting Time 1h 45mTravel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £3 -
Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus6h 50m009:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange16:10CardiffLloyd George Avenue0Economy
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FlixBus6h 50m009:20ManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station16:10CardiffLloyd George Avenue0Economy
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National Express6h 30m011:30ManchesterCoach Station18:00CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express9h 30m017:45ManchesterCoach Station03:15CardiffCoach Station0Economy
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National Express6h 10m008:30ManchesterCoach Station14:40CardiffCoach Station0Economy
Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and Cardiff
Friday
is the busiest day, with more than 24 daily coaches from Manchester to Cardiff. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Manchester and Cardiff.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 33 coaches from Manchester to Cardiff, while Night sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Cardiff, with 13 offers.
Facts about coaches from Manchester to Cardiff
Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 13 times every day by bus from Manchester to Cardiff in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Cardiff starting from £8!
| Cheapest Bus | £8 |
| Fastest Bus | 5h 40m |
| Earliest Coach | 04:10 |
| Latest Coach | 23:40 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 13 Ø |
| Distance | 231.2 km |
| Coach Companies | National Express and FlixBus |
Cheapest coach connections from Manchester to Cardiff
Every day, 13 buses from 2 coach companies leave Manchester for Cardiff: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 16/01/2025 and for the following days.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
13/01
Tuesday
14/01
Wednesday
15/01
Thursday
16/01
£20
Friday
17/01
£15
Saturday
18/01
£15
Sunday
19/01
£22
Monday
20/01
£14
Tuesday
21/01
£13
Wednesday
22/01
£14
Thursday
23/01
£16
Friday
24/01
£15
Saturday
25/01
£20
Sunday
26/01
£18
Monday
27/01
£13
Tuesday
28/01
£13
Wednesday
29/01
£14
Thursday
30/01
£14
Friday
31/01
£16
Saturday
01/02
£13
Sunday
02/02
£13
Monday
03/02
£13
Tuesday
04/02
£13
Wednesday
05/02
£13
Thursday
06/02
£14
Friday
07/02
£13
Saturday
08/02
£13
Sunday
09/02
The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Cardiff
With a price starting from £8, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Manchester to Cardiff. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £14.
Morning
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Cardiff, with £8. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £13.
How to save money travelling from Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Cardiff are also emptier.Beloved bus companies from Manchester to Cardiff
These are the most booked bus companies between Manchester to Cardiff from our users.
National Express from Manchester to Cardiff
Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Manchester to Cardiff:
| Cheapest Price | £13 |
| Fastest Coach | 5h 40m |
| Earliest Coach | 04:10 |
| Last Coach | 23:40 |
| Daily Connections | 10 Ø |
| Found on | 15/01/2025 |
FlixBus from Manchester to Cardiff
Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Manchester to Cardiff:
| Cheapest Price | £8 |
| Fastest Coach | 6h 45m |
| Earliest Coach | 09:00 |
| Last Coach | 09:20 |
| Daily Connections | 4 Ø |
| Found on | 09/01/2025 |
All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Cardiff
The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Manchester and Cardiff.
Compare the bus with other modes of transport
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Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Cardiff
Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Manchester to Cardiff? Or which bus companies serve the route Manchester to Cardiff? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Manchester to Cardiff bus
How much does a Manchester - Cardiff coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Manchester - Cardiff bus trip is available from £8 and takes 7h 5m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Manchester to Cardiff?
The connection Manchester to Cardiff is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £49. 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 Manchester - Cardiff route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Manchester to Cardiff is offered by roughly 13 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Cardiff from Manchester take?
The quickest coach from Manchester to Cardiff is provided by National Express and takes 5h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £16. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Manchester to Cardiff?
The earliest bus to Cardiff departs from Manchester at 04:10. 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 Manchester to Cardiff?
The latest bus to Cardiff departs from Manchester 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 Manchester - Cardiff route?
Passengers looking to travel from Manchester to Cardiff 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 Manchester and Cardiff?
You can check all the direct connections between Manchester 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 and FlixBus.
What can I take with me on the bus to Cardiff from Manchester?
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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Cardiff on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Manchester to Cardiff
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
More bus routes to Manchester and to Cardiff
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Manchester 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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