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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Trains for the journey to Cardiff from Taunton. 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 and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
1h 18m
£6
£11
75
Train
2h 41m
£39
£42
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What is the cheapest way to reach Cardiff from Taunton?

You can get to Cardiff with just £6 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 £6
tomorrow
from £6
Saturday
from £6
Sunday
from £6
Monday
from £6
Tuesday
from £6
Wednesday
from £6

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    17:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    19:25
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 45m
    0
    11:30
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:15
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • Megabus Falcon
    3h 25m
    0
    14:35
    Taunton
    Blackbrook Park Avenue
    18:00
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £8
  • Megabus Falcon
    3h 30m
    0
    14:35
    Taunton
    Blackbrook Park Avenue
    18:05
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    04:15
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    07:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 41m
    0
    05:10
    Taunton
    Central Station
    07:51
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £39
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 8m
    0
    05:10
    Taunton
    Central Station
    08:18
    Cardiff
    Penarth Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £44

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    02:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    04:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 45m
    0
    05:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • Megabus Falcon
    2h 22m
    0
    00:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    02:25
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £9
  • Megabus Falcon
    3h 17m
    0
    06:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    09:20
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    1h 18m
    0
    00:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    01:28
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    02:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    04:20
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    05:25
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:15
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • Megabus Falcon
    2h 22m
    0
    00:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    02:25
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £9
  • Megabus Falcon
    3h 17m
    0
    06:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    09:20
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    1h 18m
    0
    00:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    01:28
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    02:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    04:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 45m
    0
    05:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • Megabus Falcon
    2h 22m
    0
    00:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    02:25
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £9
  • Megabus Falcon
    3h 17m
    0
    06:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    09:20
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    1h 18m
    0
    00:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    01:28
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    02:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    04:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 45m
    0
    05:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    1h 18m
    0
    00:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    01:28
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    04:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    05:35
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    2h 42m
    0
    09:23
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:05
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £33

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    02:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    04:20
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 55m
    0
    05:25
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:20
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    1h 18m
    0
    00:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    01:28
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    04:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    05:35
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    2h 42m
    0
    09:23
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:05
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £33

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    02:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    04:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 45m
    0
    05:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    00:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    01:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    04:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    05:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    2h 42m
    0
    09:23
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:05
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £33

What are the fastest trips from Taunton to Cardiff?

You can get to Cardiff from Taunton in just 1h 18m with a Bus from National Express. 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 1h 45m
tomorrow
from 1h 18m
Saturday
from 1h 18m
Sunday
from 1h 18m
Monday
from 1h 18m
Tuesday
from 1h 18m
Wednesday
from 1h 25m

    Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    1h 45m
    0
    11:30
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:15
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    17:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    19:25
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • Megabus Falcon
    3h 25m
    0
    14:35
    Taunton
    Blackbrook Park Avenue
    18:00
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    04:15
    Taunton
    Coach Station
    07:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • Megabus Falcon
    3h 30m
    0
    14:35
    Taunton
    Blackbrook Park Avenue
    18:05
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £8
  • Fastest Trains today

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 41m
    0
    05:10
    Taunton
    Central Station
    07:51
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £39
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 8m
    0
    05:10
    Taunton
    Central Station
    08:18
    Cardiff
    Penarth Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £44

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
    1h 18m
    0
    00:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    01:28
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    02:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    04:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 45m
    0
    05:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • Megabus Falcon
    2h 22m
    0
    00:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    02:25
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £9
  • Megabus Falcon
    3h 17m
    0
    06:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    09:20
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £9

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    1h 18m
    0
    00:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    01:28
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    02:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    04:20
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    05:25
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:15
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • Megabus Falcon
    2h 22m
    0
    00:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    02:25
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £9
  • Megabus Falcon
    3h 17m
    0
    06:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    09:20
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £9

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    1h 18m
    0
    00:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    01:28
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    02:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    04:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 45m
    0
    05:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • Megabus Falcon
    2h 22m
    0
    00:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    02:25
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £9
  • Megabus Falcon
    3h 17m
    0
    06:03
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    09:20
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    Megabus Falcon
    Economy
    £9

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    1h 18m
    0
    00:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    01:28
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    04:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    05:35
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    02:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    04:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 45m
    0
    05:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    2h 42m
    0
    09:23
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:05
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £33

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    1h 18m
    0
    00:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    01:28
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    04:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    05:35
    Cardiff
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    02:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    04:20
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 55m
    0
    05:25
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:20
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    2h 42m
    0
    09:23
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:05
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £33

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    00:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    01:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    02:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    04:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    04:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    05:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    1h 45m
    0
    05:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:20
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • First Wessex of Bristol
    2h 42m
    0
    09:23
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:05
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    First Wessex of Bristol
    Economy
    £33
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Taunton to Cardiff

What are the most popular stations in Taunton and Cardiff?

In Taunton, you will usually depart from Central Station, Blackbrook Park Avenue or BP Garage, while in Cardiff you will be arriving at Kingsway Coach Stop, Central Station or University, 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 Taunton? With 5 connections between 4 Bus and Train 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 Taunton and Cardiff, you can pay as low as £6 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 Bus from National Express: you will get to Cardiff in just 1h 18m.

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 Taunton and Cardiff are FlixBus, National Express and Megabus Falcon, 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 Taunton 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 Bishops Lydeard or to Newlyn, and look at flights from Cardiff 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 Taunton to Cardiff?

The most popular companies between Taunton and Cardiff, are FlixBus, National Express and Megabus Falcon. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus Falcon and 1 more.

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR)

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Taunton 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 Taunton to Cardiff

How can I reach Cardiff from Taunton?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Cardiff from Taunton.

How far is Cardiff from Taunton?

The distance between Taunton and Cardiff is 52.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Taunton 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 1 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 9 kgs, and a flight 13 kgs.

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

You can get to Cardiff with just £6 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Taunton 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 1h 18m with a Bus from National Express.

More routes to Taunton and to Cardiff

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

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