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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub) | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Sophia Gardens | Royal Well Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sophia Gardens | Royal Well Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens | Royal Well Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens | Royal Well Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Cheltenham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Cheltenham?
Stops in Cardiff
- A2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- B
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - C
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - 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 traveling from Cardiff to Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Cheltenham start from $10. The average price for this route is around $20. 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 Cheltenham?
The average bus trip duration from Cardiff to Cheltenham is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 56 miles (90 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Cheltenham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Cheltenham at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Cheltenham?
A bus trip from Cardiff to Cheltenham generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cardiff to Cheltenham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cardiff to Cheltenham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cardiff to Cheltenham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cardiff to Cheltenham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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 Cardiff to Cheltenham was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Cheltenham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $7 to $53 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
