How much is the bus ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

The cheapest coach tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff start from £30. The average price for this route is around £30. 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

The average bus journey time from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 115 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

The earliest bus departs from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 01:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

A bus journey from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff from £27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	01:45	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	10h 45m	12:30	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 16:43 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

10h 45mAverage duration

115 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£30 - £30	Average duration10h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£105 - £105	Average duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£15 - £15	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Stoke-on-Trent and Cardiff?

Stops in Stoke-on-Trent

A
Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)
Lichfield Street, Hanley Bus Stn, Stands A & B, Stoke-on-Trent ST1, United Kingdom
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B
Stoke-On-Trent
88 Church Street, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4, United Kingdom
C
Staffordshire University, Stoke-on-Trent
Thompson Library, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 2XE, UK
D
Stoke on Trent
Keele Motorway Services Area, Three Mile Ln, Keele, Newcastle ST5 5HG, UK

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
C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,634 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11634 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £30

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?
The cheapest coach tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff start from £30. The average price for this route is around £30. 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?
The average bus journey time from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 115 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?
The earliest bus departs from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 01:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?
A bus journey from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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£27

The cheapest trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff was searched and found on 22 Dec 2025 with a price of £27

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

You can expect to pay from £27 to £27 for a bus ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £27, which is on 2025-12-22.