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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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 | Chester Bus Exchang | Cardiff | No tags | |||||
| Chester Bus Exchang | Cardiff | No tags | |||||
| Chester Bus Exchang | Cardiff | No tags | |||||
| Chester Bus Exchang | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags | |||||
| Chester Bus Exchang | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Chester to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 321, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Chester to Cardiff: Trip Overview
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Based on 11176 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 299
Chester to Cardiff Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chester - Cardiff
How much does a bus ticket from Chester to Cardiff cost?
The bus ticket price from Chester to Cardiff starts at R 299. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chester to Cardiff is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Chester to Cardiff?
The average travel time between Chester and Cardiff is around 8h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 192 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Chester and Cardiff?
The number of buses from Chester to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chester to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Chester to Cardiff?
When taking the bus from Chester to Cardiff, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chester to Cardiff?
Buses travelling between Chester and Cardiff leave from Chester Bus Exchang or Delamere St Bus Station - Chester and arrive at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chester to Cardiff was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of R 265To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chester to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 265 to R 1 039 for a bus ticket from Chester to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 265, which is on 2025-11-05.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chester to Cardiff.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chester to Cardiff.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chester to Cardiff.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chester to Cardiff while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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Popular Buses Connecting Chester
Buses Leaving from Chester
- Bus from Chester to London
- Coach Chester - Sunderland
- Bus Chester - Birmingham
- Bus from Chester to Luton
- Coach Chester - Sheffield
- Bus Chester - Nantwich
- Bus from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent
- Coach Chester - Swindon
- Bus Chester - Coventry
- Bus from Chester to Leeds
- Coach Chester - Heathrow
- Bus Chester - Plymouth
- Bus from Chester to Weston-super-Mare
- Coach Chester - Stevenage
- Bus Chester - Taunton
Buses Going to Chester
- Bus from Nantwich to Chester
- Coach London - Chester
- Bus Warrington - Chester
- Bus from Bristol to Chester
- Coach Leeds - Chester
- Bus Edinburgh - Chester
- Bus from Northampton to Chester
- Coach Nottingham - Chester
- Bus Aberdeen - Chester
- Bus from Reading to Chester
- Coach Birmingham - Chester
- Bus Cambridge - Chester
- Bus from Glasgow to Chester
- Coach Bath - Chester
- Bus Coventry - Chester
Popular Buses Connecting Cardiff
Buses Leaving from Cardiff
- Bus from Cardiff to Newport
- Coach Cardiff - London
- Bus Cardiff - Preston
- Bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh
- Coach Cardiff - Heathrow
- Bus Cardiff - Portsmouth
- Bus from Cardiff to Newquay
- Coach Cardiff - Gatwick
- Bus Cardiff - Bradford
- Bus from Cardiff to Brighton
- Coach Cardiff - Chesterfield
- Bus Cardiff - Middlesbrough
- Bus from Cardiff to Chester
- Coach Cardiff - Newcastle upon Tyne
- Bus Cardiff - Taunton
Buses Going to Cardiff
- Bus from Bristol to Cardiff
- Coach Swansea - Cardiff
- Bus Preston - Cardiff
- Bus from Portsmouth to Cardiff
- Coach Luton - Cardiff
- Bus Heathrow - Cardiff
- Bus from Leicester to Cardiff
- Coach Newcastle upon Tyne - Cardiff
- Bus Bath - Cardiff
- Bus from Inverness to Cardiff
- Coach Perth - Cardiff
- Bus Bridgwater - Cardiff
- Bus from Gloucester to Cardiff
- Coach Loughborough - Cardiff
- Bus Tenby - Cardiff