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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity coaches per day from Cardiff to Liverpool. Traveling by coach from Cardiff to Liverpool usually takes around 7 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 133 mi (215 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 5m |
| Cheapest price | HUF 5,116.54 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 3 |
How much is a coach ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool?
HUF 11,779.50 is the average price of a bus ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Cardiff to Liverpool?
There are 3 bus lines from Cardiff to Liverpool available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 5 daily trips, National Express usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1 | 11h 49m | HUF 16,215.32 |
| Megabus | 2 | 8h 13m | HUF 11,002.59 |
| National Express | 5 | 6h 18m | HUF 13,958.56 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 1 trips from Cardiff to Liverpool, and usually makes the trip in about 11 hours and 49 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 19 minutes to cover the 133 miles from Cardiff to Liverpool. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 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.
Because many passengers travel from Cardiff to Liverpool at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Cardiff to Liverpool, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled coaches that travel from Cardiff to Liverpool 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 Liverpool; ticket prices start at HUF 19,463.56.
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.
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Cardiff?
Main departure station: 2 Sophia Cl
Coaches to Liverpool leave from 5 stations in Cardiff.
All coach stations in Cardiff:
2 Sophia Cl
Cardiff University
Cardiff Royal Welsh College of Music
North Rd 330
Cardiff University
Where does the coach arrive in Liverpool?
Main arrival station: Edge Lane Drive Bus Stop
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Liverpool.
Coach stations in Liverpool:
Edge Lane Drive Bus Stop
ONE Coach Station
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