Milton Keynes to Cardiff Bus

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Passengers 1 passenger
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  • Lowest price from €17.48
  • Average duration 4h 38m
  • Connections per day 21
  • Distance 178 km
  • CO₂ per person 16 kg

bus from Milton Keynes to Cardiff

The journey from Milton Keynes to Cardiff is about 178 km. On average a bus trip takes 4h 38m with 21 connections per day.

Lowest price €17.48
Trip duration 4h 38m
Connections per day 21
Lowest price €17.48
Highest price €118.68
First departure 04:35 AM
Last departure 10:20 PM
Distance 178 km
Departure Milton Keynes
Arrival Cardiff
Travel operator Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast
Find the best price
National Express12.46 kg CO₂
05:20Coachway The Coachway
5h 40m
11:00Coach Station - Sophia Gardens Sophia Gardens
€24.25
direct
National Express12.46 kg CO₂
22:20Coachway The Coachway
5h 25m
03:45Coach Station - Sophia Gardens Sophia Gardens
€25.43
direct
National Express12.46 kg CO₂
07:10Coachway The Coachway
6h
13:10Coach Station - Sophia Gardens Sophia Gardens
€26.38
direct

Next departures from Milton Keynes to Cardiff

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

National Express €72.16
04:35 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
5h 10m · 1 changes
11:00 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
National Express €32.27
05:20 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
4h 50m · 1 changes
11:50 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
National Express €87.29
06:00 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
5h 25m · 1 changes
12:05 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
National Express €23.23
06:45 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
5h 15m · 1 changes
13:10 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
National Express €75.56
07:50 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
5h 35m · 1 changes
14:05 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
National Express €85.65
08:50 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
4h 45m · 1 changes
14:25 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
CrossCountry €157.69
08:59 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station
3h 29m · 2 changes
13:53 Cardiff central
CrossCountry €157.69
08:59 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station
3h 24m · 3 changes
13:34 Cardiff central
National Express €33.44
10:40 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
4h 5m · 1 changes
16:05 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
CrossCountry €157.69
11:50 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station
3h 22m · 3 changes
16:12 Cardiff central
National Express €27.46
12:15 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
4h 5m · 1 changes
17:35 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
National Express €38.72
12:30 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
5h 40m · 1 changes
18:50 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
CrossCountry €157.67
12:54 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station
3h 33m · 2 changes
17:36 Cardiff central
National Express €55.14
14:50 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
4h 45m · 1 changes
20:25 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
National Express €55.14
16:20 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
5h 10m · 1 changes
22:00 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
National Express €28.98
17:55 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
5h 24m · 1 changes
23:59 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
National Express €72.16
18:10 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
5h 10m · 1 changes
00:50 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
CrossCountry €157.69
19:00 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station
3h 25m · 2 changes
23:45 Cardiff central
National Express €28.98
21:25 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
4h 50m · 1 changes
02:55 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
National Express €28.98
22:20 MILTON KEYNES COACHWAY
4h 40m · 1 changes
03:45 Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
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Carriers on this route

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Great Western Railway (GWR) is a British railway company that operates passenger services between London and the southwest of England, as well as parts of Wales. It was founded in 1833 and was originally known as the Great Western Railway Company. GWR is now owned by FirstGroup. The company is known for its iconic green livery and its historic steam locomotives, including the famous Flying Scotsman.

National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise. 

The Welsh Government owns the non-profit organization Transport for Wales. It is responsible for the procurement and management of passenger rail services in Wales, as well as the development of the Welsh rail network. The company was established in 2018, taking over from Arriva Trains Wales, and operates services across Wales and the Borders. Transport for Wales is a great choice for your journeys within Wales, such as Cardiff to Aberdare or Newport to Swansea, or for your trips in England, like Manchester to Chester or Birmingham to Shrewsbury, and even for your travel between England and Wales.

Facility description

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Facilities Description
Luggage

National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.

Food and drink

Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.

Power sockets

USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.

Accessibility

Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 12.46kg
bus 13.35kg
flight 35.6kg
carpool 28.48kg

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