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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Preston Bus Station | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:06 PM GMT.
Compare 2 ways to go from Preston to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$45 - $67 | Average Duration11h 35m | 6kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$25 - $25 | Average Duration3h 10m | 11kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Preston and Cardiff?
Stops in Preston
- A
Preston City Centre Bus Station
Carlisle St, Preston, Lancashire PR1, UK - B
Preston Bus Stop
296 Aqueduct St, Preston PR1, 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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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Preston to Cardiff by bus
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Preston to Cardiff was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $38To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Preston to Cardiff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $38 to $61 for a bus ticket from Preston to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-11-24.
