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Cardiff to Bridgend Bus Schedule
Bus from Cardiff to Bridgend: Journey Information
There are 19 intercity buses per day from Cardiff to Bridgend. Traveling by bus from Cardiff to Bridgend usually takes around 33 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 30 minutes.
| Distance | 17 mi (28 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 30m |
| Cheapest price | US$6.34 |
| Trips per day | 19 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Cardiff to Bridgend?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cardiff to Bridgend. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 19 | 0h 33m | US$9.12 |
Book National Express from Cardiff to Bridgend from US$6. There are 19 National Express schedules from Cardiff to Bridgend and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Bridgend. In Cardiff, National Express departs to Bridgend from 2 Sophia Cl and no other station. In Bridgend, National Express arrives at Designer Outlet Village and no other station.
An average trip on National Express from Cardiff to Bridgend takes 0 hours and 33 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Bridgend in 0 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 19 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Bridgend.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Cardiff to Bridgend
The bus takes an average of 33 minutes to cover the 28 kilometers from Cardiff to Bridgend. However, the fastest bus only takes 30 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Cardiff to Bridgend, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 19 scheduled buses that travel from Cardiff to Bridgend every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Cardiff to Bridgend without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Cardiff to Bridgend; ticket prices start at US$6.72.
City Information
Cardiff
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Cardiff is the capital of Wales, as well as its largest city. Although the city was initially founded as a Roman fort, Cardiff has glided effortlessly into the 21st century, offering tourists a diverse mix of old and new.
Looking to explore the city's history? Cardiff Castle at the heart of the city makes for an exciting day out, where visitors can learn about the fascinating 2,000 years of history that the castle represents.
If the castle gets you in the mood to explore more history, the St Fagans National Museum of History will surely satisfy your historical appetite. As one of Europe's leading open-air museums, the museum offers historical attractions that detail history back to the Celtic era.
For those seeking a more modern experience, Cardiff boasts a fantastic selection of shops and cafes, with Cardiff Central Market as the top choice for retail therapy.
Cardiff has excellent transport links, making it an easy place to visit no matter where you're coming from. Cardiff Airport provides access for visitors traveling from off the island, while high-speed rail services make access to and from London simple. Cardiff Central Station also offers direct routes from Bristol, Bath, Manchester, Nottingham, as well as other main cities and towns.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Cardiff?
Main departure station: 2 Sophia Cl
Most buses depart from the main station in Cardiff.
All bus stations in Cardiff:
2 Sophia Cl
Where does the bus arrive in Bridgend?
Main arrival station: Designer Outlet Village
All buses from Cardiff arrive at one main station in Bridgend.
Bus stations in Bridgend:
Designer Outlet Village
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