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Bridgend to Cardiff Bus Schedule
Bus from Bridgend to Cardiff: Journey Information
There are 18 intercity buses per day from Bridgend to Cardiff. Traveling by bus from Bridgend to Cardiff usually takes around 38 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 35 minutes.
| Distance | 17 mi (28 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 35m |
| Cheapest price | HUF 2,116.54 |
| Trips per day | 18 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |

What bus companies travel from Bridgend to Cardiff?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bridgend to Cardiff. 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 | 18 | 0h 38m | HUF 2,990.62 |
Book National Express from Bridgend to Cardiff from HUF 2,117. There are 18 trips per day offered by National Express from Bridgend to Cardiff and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Cardiff. In Bridgend, National Express departs to Cardiff from Designer Outlet Village . In Cardiff, National Express arrives at 2 Sophia Cl .
An average trip on National Express from Bridgend to Cardiff takes 0 hours and 38 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Cardiff in 0 hours and 35 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Bridgend to Cardiff
The bus takes an average of 38 minutes to cover the 17 miles from Bridgend to Cardiff. However, the fastest bus only takes 35 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 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bridgend to Cardiff, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 18 scheduled buses that travel from Bridgend to Cardiff 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 Bridgend to Cardiff without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Bridgend to Cardiff; ticket prices start at HUF 2,273.95.
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 Bridgend?
Main departure station: Designer Outlet Village
Most buses depart from the main station in Bridgend.
All bus stations in Bridgend:
Designer Outlet Village
Where does the bus arrive in Cardiff?
Main arrival station: 2 Sophia Cl
All buses from Bridgend arrive at one main station in Cardiff.
All bus stations in Cardiff:
2 Sophia Cl
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