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Cardiff to Liverpool Bus Schedule
Bus from Cardiff to Liverpool: Journey Information
There are 15 intercity buses per day from Cardiff to Liverpool. Traveling by bus from Cardiff to Liverpool usually takes around 7 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 5 hours,
| Distance | 133 mi (215 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $27.75 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Cardiff to Liverpool?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cardiff to Liverpool. 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 | 15 | 7h 55m | $43.90 |
Book National Express from Cardiff to Liverpool from $28. There are 15 trips per day offered by National Express from Cardiff to Liverpool and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Liverpool. In Cardiff, National Express departs to Liverpool from 2 Sophia Cl and one other station. In Liverpool, National Express arrives at ONE Coach Station and one other station.
An average trip on National Express from Cardiff to Liverpool takes 7 hours and 55 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Liverpool in 5 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 15 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Liverpool.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Cardiff to Liverpool
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 133 miles from Cardiff to Liverpool. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Liverpool, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Cardiff to Liverpool, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 15 scheduled buses 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 bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Cardiff to Liverpool; ticket prices start at $52.61.
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 bus leave from in Cardiff?
Main departure station: 2 Sophia Cl
Cardiff has two bus stations with service to Liverpool.
All bus stations in Cardiff:
2 Sophia Cl
Cardiff University
Where does the bus arrive in Liverpool?
Main arrival station: ONE Coach Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Liverpool.
All bus stations in Liverpool:
ONE Coach Station
Edge Lane Drive Bus Stop
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