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Today26 Aug
Tomorrow27 Aug
Thu28 Aug
from US$29
Fri29 Aug
Sat30 Aug
Sun31 Aug
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 28 August at
    Departure city: Leicester
    Departure location: Leicester St Margarets bus station
    Arrival time: 29 August at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 28 August at
    Departure city: Leicester
    Departure location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Arrival time: 28 August at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 August at
    Departure city: Leicester
    Departure location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Arrival time: 28 August at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 August at
    Departure city: Leicester
    Departure location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Arrival time: 28 August at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 August at
    Departure city: Leicester
    Departure location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Arrival time: 28 August at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Cardiff

Bus
Average priceUS$30 - US$74Average duration8h 30m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$63 - US$149Average duration3h 9m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$18 - US$25Average duration2h 20m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Leicester to Cardiff

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 20mAverage duration
US$18Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Leicester to Cardiff: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$45
Average bus trip duration8h 30m
Number of daily buses24
Earliest bus departure04:15
Distance115 miles
Latest bus departure18:00

Leicester to Cardiff Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cardiff from Leicester, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Leicester - Cardiff

  1. What's the distance between Leicester and Cardiff by coach?

    The distance between Leicester and Cardiff by coach is approximately 119 miles (191 km).

  2. How can I get from Leicester to Cardiff without driving?

    The best way to go from Leicester to Cardiff without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leicester to Cardiff was searched and found on 28 Aug 2025 with a price of US$25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leicester to Cardiff as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$25 to US$40 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$25, which is on 2025-08-28.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Leicester to Cardiff.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Leicester to Cardiff, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Leicester to Cardiff.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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