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Cardiff to Coventry Coach Timetable
Coach from Cardiff to Coventry: Journey Information
There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Cardiff to Coventry. Traveling by coach from Cardiff to Coventry usually takes around 6 hours and 21 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 95 mi (153 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 5m |
| Cheapest price | RON 101.83 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
Price trends for coaches from Cardiff to Coventry
Average coach ticket prices from Cardiff to Coventry by month
What coach companies travel from Cardiff to Coventry?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cardiff to Coventry. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 8 | 6h 22m | RON 131.62 |
Book National Express from Cardiff to Coventry from RON 102. There are 8 National Express schedules from Cardiff to Coventry and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Coventry. In Cardiff, National Express departs to Coventry from 2 Sophia Cl and no other station. In Coventry, National Express arrives at Coventry CWG Ticket Holders and no other station.
An average trip on National Express from Cardiff to Coventry takes 6 hours and 22 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Coventry in 4 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 8 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Coventry.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Cardiff to Coventry
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 21 minutes to cover the 95 miles from Cardiff to Coventry. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Coventry at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all coaches from Cardiff to Coventry, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled coaches that travel from Cardiff to Coventry every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Cardiff to Coventry; ticket prices start at RON 141.48.
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.
Coventry
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Coventry, located in the West Midlands of England, has been a large settlement for many centuries. Home to the architecturally-stunning Coventry Cathedral, the city offers a wonderfully diverse experience of its medieval history contrasted with the city's modern resurgence.
If you are into cars, planes, or anything transport, then it's worth checking out the Coventry Transport Museum; here, you can enjoy a unique day out discovering vehicles that defined history.
If you'd prefer to spend time in the fresh air, then try taking a walk through FarGo Village. Filled with unique retailers, crafts, music, cafes, and markets, this hidden gem is an exciting place to spend an afternoon exploring, with the guarantee that there will be something there for everyone.
Once your feet are tired from walking, Coombe Abbey Park is waiting to provide a relaxing place to sit by the lake, feed the ducks, or perhaps enjoy a picnic in one of the beautiful surrounding gardens.
Accessing Coventry is easy, thanks to its location right in the heart of England. Close to two large airports, Birmingham International and Heathrow, and the smaller East Midlands Airport, Coventry is very accessible by air. Coventry is also on the West Coast Main Line train service, with regular trains connecting to many destinations. National Express and FlixBus service also operates seven days a week, offering journeys to London and beyond.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Cardiff?
Main departure station: 2 Sophia Cl
Most coaches depart from the main station in Cardiff.
All coach stations in Cardiff:
2 Sophia Cl
Where does the coach arrive in Coventry?
Main arrival station: Coventry CWG Ticket Holders
All coaches from Cardiff arrive at one main station in Coventry.
Coach stations in Coventry:
Coventry CWG Ticket Holders
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