How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Liverpool start from $30. The average price for this route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Cardiff to Liverpool?

The average bus travel time from Cardiff to Liverpool is 12h 5m, covering a distance of 214 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Liverpool route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cardiff to Liverpool?

The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Liverpool at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 6:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Liverpool?

A bus trip from Cardiff to Liverpool generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Cardiff to Liverpool from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cardiff to Liverpool on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 50m	6:05am	Liverpool One	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 25m	12:30am	Liverpool One	Fastest

Next departures for Cardiff to Liverpool on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 5m	7:15pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	9:15am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	11h 20m	8:35pm	Liverpool One	Fastest
Bus	12:05pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 25m	12:30am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 50m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Liverpool on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 50m	6:05am	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	9:15am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	11h 20m	8:35pm	Liverpool One	Fastest
Bus	7:10am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 5m	7:15pm	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	12:05pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 25m	12:30am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Liverpool on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 50m	6:05am	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	9:15am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	11h 20m	8:35pm	Liverpool One	Fastest
Bus	7:10am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 5m	7:15pm	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	12:05pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 25m	12:30am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Liverpool on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 25m	12:30am	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	9:15am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	11h 20m	8:35pm	Liverpool One	Fastest
Bus	7:10am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 5m	7:15pm	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 50m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Liverpool on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 5m	7:15pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	9:15am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	11h 20m	8:35pm	Liverpool One	Fastest
Bus	12:05pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 25m	12:30am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 50m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Liverpool on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 5m	7:15pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	9:15am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	11h 20m	8:35pm	Liverpool One	Fastest
Bus	12:05pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 25m	12:30am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 50m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Liverpool on January 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 5m	7:15pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	9:15am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	11h 20m	8:35pm	Liverpool One	Fastest
Bus	12:05pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 25m	12:30am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	12h 50m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Liverpool

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

215 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $153	Average Duration12h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$102 - $211	Average Duration3h 56m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$31 - $51	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Liverpool?

Stops in Cardiff

A
Sophia Gardens
2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
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B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10
Map
C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK
Visit page Map
D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK
Map
E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK
Map
F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
Map

Stops in Liverpool

A
Liverpool One
Canning Pl, Liverpool L1, UK
Visit page Map
B
Unviersity
9 Brownlow Hill, Liverpool L3, UK
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C
Liverpool Airport
Visit page Map
D
3315 Islington
3315 Islington, Liverpool L3 8JR, UK
Map
E
44 Norton St
44 Norton St, Liverpool L3 8PY, UK
Map
F
Bootle - Port of Liverpool
Liverpool, Bootle L20 1DB, UK
Map

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,032 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 12032 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $30

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Liverpool by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Liverpool start from $30. The average price for this route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cardiff to Liverpool?
The average bus travel time from Cardiff to Liverpool is 12h 5m, covering a distance of 214 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Liverpool route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cardiff to Liverpool?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Liverpool at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 6:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Liverpool?
A bus trip from Cardiff to Liverpool generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-11

$35

01-12

$42

Today

$40

01-14

$40

01-15

$38

01-16

$44

01-17

$39

01-18

$40

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Liverpool was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Liverpool, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $76 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2026-01-15.