What is the travel distance from Brighton to Cardiff?

The distance separating Brighton and Cardiff is 140 miles (225 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Brighton to Cardiff?

The majority of buses traveling from Brighton to Cardiff start their journey at Pool Valley Coach Station and wind up at Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cardiff?

Once in Cardiff, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Bute Park, Cardiff Bay, Caerphilly Castle, National Museum Cardiff and St Fagans National Museum of History.

Bus Brighton to Cardiff from $13 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Brighton to Cardiff on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:40pm	Sainsburys Local (Preston Park)	7h 20m	3:00am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)	No tags
Bus	7:42pm	Withdean Park (near The Deneway)	7h 23m	3:05am	Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)	No tags
Bus	7:42pm	Withdean Park (near The Deneway)	7h 18m	3:00am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)	No tags
Bus	7:44pm	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	7h 16m	3:00am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)	No tags
Bus	7:44pm	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	7h 21m	3:05am	Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Brighton to Cardiff

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

140 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $63	Average Duration7h 57m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $22	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Brighton and Cardiff?

Stops in Brighton

A
Pool Valley Coach Station
5 Pool Valley, Brighton BN1 1PN, UK
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B
Brighton
39 Trafalgar Street, Brighton, BN1 4FT, United Kingdom
C
Brighton Amex Stadium
Village Way, Brighton BN1, UK
D
Rottingdean Bus Stop
12 West St, Brighton BN2 7HP, UK

Stops in Cardiff

A
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10
B
Sophia Gardens
2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
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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

National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29723 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $15

National Express Brighton Cardiff recent customer reviews

my buses to Cardiff were great, the return from Cardiff to Victoria smelt of vomit the whole journey and there was no heating, the driver had to have the window open so the windscreen didn't cloud, we were all freezing ... there was vomit in the wash hand basin right from the start, was an awful trip.

William R.

January 5, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,388 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Brighton to Cardiff by bus

What is the travel distance from Brighton to Cardiff?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Brighton to Cardiff?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cardiff?

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

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