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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Gloucester to Cardiff from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
today
from $21
tomorrow
from $32
Sunday
from $20
Monday
from $20
Tuesday
from $20
Wednesday
from $20
Thursday
from $20

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    12:50 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $21
  • National Express
    3h 0m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    11:00 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $14? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 67%
      2h 45m
      Gloucester
      7 mi
      2:25 PM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      5:10 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 35m
      0
      1:35 PM
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      2:00 PM
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $3
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      2:25 PM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      5:10 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 0m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $32
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    12:50 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $33
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $27? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 84%
      2h 45m
      Gloucester
      7 mi
      2:25 PM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      5:10 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 35m
      0
      1:35 PM
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      2:00 PM
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $3
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      2:25 PM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      5:10 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $24

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 0m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    11:00 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $21
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    12:50 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 10%
      3h 30m
      Gloucester
      7 mi
      2:15 AM
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Bus Station
      5:45 AM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 35m
      0
      1:35 PM
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      2:00 PM
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $3
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      2:25 PM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      5:10 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 0m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    11:00 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $21
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    12:50 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 10%
      3h 30m
      Gloucester
      7 mi
      2:15 AM
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Bus Station
      5:45 AM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 35m
      0
      1:35 PM
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      2:00 PM
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $3
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      2:25 PM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      5:10 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 0m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    11:00 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $21
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    12:50 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 10%
      3h 30m
      Gloucester
      7 mi
      2:15 AM
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Bus Station
      5:45 AM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 25m
      0
      1:45 PM
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      2:05 PM
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $3
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      2:25 PM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      5:10 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 0m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    11:00 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    12:50 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $15? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 75%
      2h 45m
      Gloucester
      7 mi
      2:25 PM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      5:10 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 25m
      0
      1:45 PM
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      2:05 PM
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $3
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      2:25 PM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      5:10 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 0m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    11:00 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    12:50 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 10%
      3h 30m
      Gloucester
      7 mi
      2:15 AM
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Bus Station
      5:45 AM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 25m
      0
      1:45 PM
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      2:05 PM
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $3
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      2:25 PM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      5:10 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save $12

Frequency of bus connections between Gloucester and Cardiff

See here how frequent the connections between Gloucester and Cardiff are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Gloucester to Cardiff. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Gloucester and Cardiff.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 7 buses from Gloucester to Cardiff, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Gloucester and Cardiff, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Gloucester to Cardiff

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Gloucester to Cardiff in one click! Book your bus ticket from Gloucester to Cardiff starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus $20
Fastest Bus 3h 0m
Earliest Bus 2:45 AM
Latest Bus 8:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 48.2 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Gloucester to Cardiff

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Gloucester for Cardiff: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/09/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/04
Monday 05/05
Tuesday 05/06
Wednesday 05/07
Thursday 05/08
Friday 05/09
$21
Saturday 05/10
$32
Sunday 05/11
$20
Monday 05/12
$20
Tuesday 05/13
$20
Wednesday 05/14
$20
Thursday 05/15
$20
Friday 05/16
Saturday 05/17
$20
Sunday 05/18
Monday 05/19
Tuesday 05/20
Wednesday 05/21
Thursday 05/22
Friday 05/23
$20
Saturday 05/24
$20
Sunday 05/25
Monday 05/26
Tuesday 05/27
Wednesday 05/28
Thursday 05/29
Friday 05/30
Saturday 05/31

The cheapest time to travel from Gloucester to Cardiff

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Gloucester to Cardiff, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $20, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Gloucester to Cardiff. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $32.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Gloucester to Cardiff, with $20. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Gloucester to Cardiff

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Gloucester to Cardiff in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Gloucester to Cardiff, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Gloucester to Cardiff are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Gloucester to Cardiff

These are the most booked bus companies between Gloucester to Cardiff from our users.

National Express from Gloucester to Cardiff

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Gloucester to Cardiff:

Cheapest Price $20
Fastest Bus 3h 0m
Earliest Bus 2:45 AM
Last Bus 8:20 PM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 5/7/2025

All bus stations and stops in Gloucester and Cardiff

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Gloucester and Cardiff.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Gloucester to Cardiff? Compare all modes of transports from Gloucester to Cardiff.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Gloucester to Cardiff

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Gloucester to Cardiff? Or which bus companies serve the route Gloucester to Cardiff? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Gloucester to Cardiff bus

How much does a Gloucester Cardiff bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 3h 0m to reach Cardiff. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Gloucester to Cardiff?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $33. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cardiff.

On average, how many connections are available from Gloucester to Cardiff each day?

Every day, the Gloucester to Cardiff bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Gloucester to Cardiff take?

The fastest bus from Gloucester to Cardiff is offered by National Express and takes 3h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $22. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Gloucester to Cardiff?

The earliest bus arriving in Cardiff from Gloucester starts at 2:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Gloucester to Cardiff?

The latest bus trip departing from Gloucester for Cardiff starts at 8:20 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Gloucester Cardiff route?

When traveling by bus from Gloucester to Cardiff, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Cardiff?

You can check all the direct connections between Gloucester and Cardiff by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the Gloucester to Cardiff bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Gloucester Cardiff bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Gloucester Cardiff bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Gloucester to Cardiff on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Gloucester to Cardiff

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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