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Compare all timetables for the bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cardiff to Cheltenham from various bus operators like Transport for Wales or National Express for the next days.

today
tomorrow
$22
Saturday
$19
Sunday
$19
Monday
$11
Tuesday
Wednesday
$18

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 55m 4:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 9:25 AM Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station  Economy $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Cardiff via Cheltenham, you can save more than $19? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 86%
      0h 25m
      0 mi
      9:00 AM
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      9:25 AM
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Bus Station
      48 mi
      Cardiff
      National Express
      Economy
      $3
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Cheltenham via Bristol, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 55m
      0
      2:50 AM
      Cardiff
      University
      3:55 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 3h 50m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      7:45 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      8:45 AM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 40m 4:45 AM Cardiff Coach Station 9:25 AM Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station  Economy $19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Cheltenham via Bristol, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 0m
      0
      4:45 AM
      Cardiff
      University
      5:50 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 1h 55m
    • FlixBus
      1h 0m
      0
      7:45 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      8:45 AM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
    Travel Time is 0h 40m shorter, and you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 40m 4:45 AM Cardiff Coach Station 9:25 AM Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station  Economy $19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Cheltenham via Bristol, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 45m
      0
      6:15 PM
      Cardiff
      University
      7:20 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      1h 25m
      0
      7:35 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      9:00 PM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 1h 55m shorter, and you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Transport for Wales 1h 51m 7:35 AM Cardiff Penarth Train Station 9:26 AM Cheltenham Spa Central Station  Economy $11
Transport for Wales 1h 46m 7:40 AM Cardiff Dingle Road Train Station 9:26 AM Cheltenham Spa Central Station  Economy $11
Transport for Wales 1h 52m 6:35 AM Cardiff Penarth Train Station 8:27 AM Cheltenham Spa Central Station  Economy $16
Transport for Wales 1h 47m 6:40 AM Cardiff Dingle Road Train Station 8:27 AM Cheltenham Spa Central Station  Economy $16
Transport for Wales 1h 49m 6:05 AM Cardiff Penarth Train Station 7:54 AM Cheltenham Spa Central Station  Economy $38

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 5m 4:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 10:35 AM Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station  Economy $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Cheltenham via Bristol, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 45m
      0
      6:15 PM
      Cardiff
      University
      7:20 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      1h 25m
      0
      7:35 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      9:00 PM
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 3h 20m shorter, and you will save $8

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham is $9 on 11/2/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Cheltenham

See here how frequent the connections between Cardiff and Cheltenham are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily buses from Cardiff to Cheltenham. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Cardiff and Cheltenham.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 12 buses from Cardiff to Cheltenham, while Night sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Cheltenham, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham

Compare all providers like Transport for Wales and National Express that travel 3 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Cheltenham starting from $9!

Cheapest Bus $9
Fastest Bus 1h 44m
Earliest Bus 4:30 AM
Latest Bus 4:30 AM
Daily Bus Routes 3 Ø
Distance 55.4 miles
Bus Companies Transport for Wales and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Cardiff to Cheltenham

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cardiff for Cheltenham: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 10/18
Monday 10/19
Tuesday 10/20
Wednesday 10/21
Thursday 10/22
$10
Friday 10/23
$22
Saturday 10/24
$19
Sunday 10/25
$19
Monday 10/26
$11
Tuesday 10/27
Wednesday 10/28
$18
Thursday 10/29
$19
Friday 10/30
$18
Saturday 10/31
$18
Sunday 11/01
Monday 11/02
$9
Tuesday 11/03
$18
Wednesday 11/04
$18
Thursday 11/05
$19
Friday 11/06
$19
Saturday 11/07
$19
Sunday 11/08
$9
Monday 11/09
$19
Tuesday 11/10
$19
Wednesday 11/11
$19
Thursday 11/12
$19
Friday 11/13
Saturday 11/14

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Cheltenham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to Cheltenham, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $9, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $18.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Cheltenham, with $9. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $11.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff to Cheltenham

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cardiff to Cheltenham in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Cardiff to Cheltenham are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Cheltenham

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cardiff and Cheltenham.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cardiff to Cheltenham? Or which bus companies serve the route Cardiff to Cheltenham? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cardiff to Cheltenham bus

How much does a Cardiff Cheltenham bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $9 and takes 1h 51m to reach Cheltenham. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cardiff to Cheltenham?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $9 and $38. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cheltenham.

On average, how many connections are available from Cardiff to Cheltenham each day?

Every day, the Cardiff to Cheltenham bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cardiff to Cheltenham take?

The fastest bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham is offered by Transport for Wales and takes 1h 44m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $38. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham?

The earliest bus arriving in Cheltenham from Cardiff starts at 4:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham?

The latest bus trip departing from Cardiff for Cheltenham starts at 4:30 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cardiff Cheltenham route?

When traveling by bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham, passengers can travel with Transport for Wales and National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Cheltenham?

You can check all the direct connections between Cardiff and Cheltenham by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Transport for Wales and National Express.

What can I take with me on the Cardiff to Cheltenham bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cardiff Cheltenham bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cardiff Cheltenham bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Cardiff to Cheltenham?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 3 daily trips between Cardiff and Cheltenham. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Cardiff to Cheltenham?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Cardiff and Cheltenham change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cardiff to Cheltenham

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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