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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Leicester and Cardiff?
Stops in Leicester
- A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK - B
Leicester
62 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GQ, United Kingdom - C
Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound
M1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3 - D
Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Fosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, UK
Stops in Cardiff
- A2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK - E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK - F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Leicester to Cardiff
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to Cardiff?
The cheapest coach tickets from Leicester to Cardiff start from £22. The average price for this route is around £33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Leicester to Cardiff?
The average bus journey time from Leicester to Cardiff is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 118 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 15m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Leicester to Cardiff route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leicester to Cardiff?
The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Cardiff at 04:15. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to Cardiff?
A bus journey from Leicester to Cardiff produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Leicester to Cardiff?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4290 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester to Cardiff?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Leicester to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leicester to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leicester to Cardiff was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of £29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leicester to Cardiff as early as possible.
