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What is the best way to travel from Liverpool to Cardiff?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Flights for the journey to Cardiff from Liverpool. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
5h 25m
£12
£19
29
Train
4h 0m
£38
£77
6
Flight
3h 50m
£61
£104
27

What is the cheapest way to reach Cardiff from Liverpool?

You can get to Cardiff with just £12 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £19
tomorrow
from £23
Monday
from £15
Tuesday
from £13
Wednesday
from £15
Thursday
from £12
Friday
from £15

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    10h 30m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:10
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    10:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    17:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    11:00
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    17:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    5h 40m
    0
    06:55
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    12:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • Merseyrail
    5h 35m
    0
    05:42
    Liverpool
    James Street Station
    11:17
    Cardiff
    Penarth Train Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £38
  • Merseyrail
    5h 4m
    0
    05:42
    Liverpool
    James Street Station
    10:46
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £38
  • Merseyrail
    5h 34m
    0
    05:42
    Liverpool
    James Street Station
    11:16
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £44
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 22m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:47
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £103

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
    5h 40m
    0
    06:55
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    12:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    12:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    19:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    07:10
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    12:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    10h 30m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:10
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Skyscanner
    28h 15m
    0
    13:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    17:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £61
  • Buzz
    7h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £76
  • Jet2.com
    5h 45m
    0
    16:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £83
  • Aer Lingus
    23h 45m
    0
    08:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    07:55
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £148

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    11h 25m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    11h 25m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    10:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    18:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    7h 0m
    0
    11:00
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    18:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Merseyrail
    4h 15m
    0
    05:42
    Liverpool
    James Street Station
    09:57
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £44
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 22m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:47
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £103
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 0m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:25
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £103

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    5h 35m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    14:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    13:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    20:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    11h 25m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Merseyrail
    4h 15m
    0
    05:42
    Liverpool
    James Street Station
    09:57
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £44
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 0m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:25
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £104
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 22m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:47
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £104

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    11h 25m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    13:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    20:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    5h 35m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    14:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Merseyrail
    4h 15m
    0
    05:42
    Liverpool
    James Street Station
    09:57
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £43
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 0m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:25
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £102
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 22m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:47
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £102

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    11h 25m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    11h 25m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    13:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    20:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    5h 55m
    0
    06:45
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    12:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    11h 25m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    13:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:25
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    14:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    20:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    11:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16

What are the fastest trips from Liverpool to Cardiff?

You can get to Cardiff from Liverpool in just 3h 50m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 4h 22m
tomorrow
from 3h 50m
Monday
from 4h 0m
Tuesday
from 4h 0m
Wednesday
from 4h 0m
Thursday
from 5h 55m
Friday
from 6h 10m

    Fastest Trains today

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 22m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:47
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £103
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 52m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    10:17
    Cardiff
    Penarth Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £105
  • Merseyrail
    5h 4m
    0
    05:42
    Liverpool
    James Street Station
    10:46
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £38
  • Merseyrail
    5h 34m
    0
    05:42
    Liverpool
    James Street Station
    11:16
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £44
  • Fastest Buses today

  • National Express
    5h 40m
    0
    06:55
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    12:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    11:00
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    17:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    10:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    17:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    10h 30m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:10
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19

    Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 50m
    0
    13:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    17:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £153
  • Jet2.com
    5h 45m
    0
    16:30
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £83
  • Buzz
    7h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £76
  • Aer Lingus
    23h 45m
    0
    08:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    07:55
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £148
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    07:10
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    12:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    5h 40m
    0
    06:55
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    12:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    12:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    19:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    10h 30m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:10
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 0m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:25
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £103
  • Merseyrail
    4h 15m
    0
    05:42
    Liverpool
    James Street Station
    09:57
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £44
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 22m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:47
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £103
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    06:45
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    12:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    7h 0m
    0
    11:00
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    18:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    10:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    18:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    11h 25m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 0m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:25
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £104
  • Merseyrail
    4h 15m
    0
    05:42
    Liverpool
    James Street Station
    09:57
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £44
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 22m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:47
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £104
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    5h 35m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    14:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    13:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    20:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • FlixBus
    11h 25m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 0m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:25
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £102
  • Merseyrail
    4h 15m
    0
    05:42
    Liverpool
    James Street Station
    09:57
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £43
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 22m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:47
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £102
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    5h 35m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    14:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    13:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    20:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    11h 25m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    5h 55m
    0
    06:45
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    12:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    13:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    20:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    12:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    20:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    11h 25m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    14:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    20:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    11:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    13:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:25
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    11h 25m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    01:05
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Liverpool to Cardiff

What are the most popular stations in Liverpool and Cardiff?

In Liverpool, you will usually depart from Lime Street Station, One Bus Station or Penny Lane, while in Cardiff you will be arriving at Central Station, Bus Interchange or National Museum, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cardiff from Liverpool? With 7 connections between 4 Bus, Train and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Liverpool and Cardiff, you can pay as low as £12 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Cardiff in just 3h 50m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Liverpool and Cardiff are National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Liverpool and Cardiff is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Birkenhead or to Newlyn, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Cardiff Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Liverpool to Cardiff?

The most popular companies between Liverpool and Cardiff, are National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: Avanti West Coast and Merseyrail

Airlines: Skyscanner, Buzz, Jet2.com and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Liverpool to Cardiff

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Liverpool to Cardiff. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Liverpool to Cardiff

How can I reach Cardiff from Liverpool?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Cardiff from Liverpool.

How far is Cardiff from Liverpool?

The distance between Liverpool and Cardiff is 214.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Liverpool and Cardiff?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 36 kgs, and a flight 53 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Liverpool to Cardiff?

You can get to Cardiff with just £12 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool to Cardiff?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cardiff in just 3h 50m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Liverpool and to Cardiff

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Liverpool and to Cardiff. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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