Bus Middlesbrough to Cardiff: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Middlesbrough to Cardiff

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

today

$27

tomorrow

$27

Thursday

$27

Friday

$27

Saturday

$27

Sunday

$27

Monday

$27

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	11h 5m	4:10 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:15 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/8/2026 4:10:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/9/2026 3:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
FlixBus	10h 40m	9:45 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	8:25 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$30	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/8/2026 9:45:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/8/2026 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
FlixBus	10h 40m	3:05 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	1:45 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$30	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/8/2026 3:05:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/9/2026 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
National Express	9h 45m	10:00 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	7:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/8/2026 10:00:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/8/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	10h 20m	1:50 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	12:10 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/9/2026 1:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/9/2026 12:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 20m
National Express	11h 5m	4:10 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:15 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/9/2026 4:10:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 3:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
National Express	9h 45m	10:00 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	7:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/9/2026 10:00:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/9/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	10h 20m	1:50 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	12:10 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 1:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 12:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 20m
National Express	11h 5m	4:10 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:15 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 4:10:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 3:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
National Express	9h 45m	10:00 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	7:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 10:00:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	10h 10m	1:50 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	12:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 1:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
National Express	10h 45m	4:10 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	2:55 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 4:10:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/12/2026 2:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 45m
National Express	8h 40m	8:00 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	4:40 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$45	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 8:00:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
National Express	8h 45m	11:00 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	7:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$45	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 11:00:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	10h 40m	4:15 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	2:55 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/12/2026 4:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/13/2026 2:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
National Express	10h 0m	1:50 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:50 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/12/2026 1:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/12/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
FlixBus	10h 55m	12:45 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:40 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/12/2026 12:45:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/12/2026 11:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m
FlixBus	10h 40m	9:45 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	8:25 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/12/2026 9:45:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/12/2026 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
FlixBus	9h 40m	3:05 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	12:45 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/12/2026 3:05:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/13/2026 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	10h 40m	4:15 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	2:55 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/13/2026 4:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/14/2026 2:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
National Express	10h 0m	1:50 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:50 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/13/2026 1:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/13/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
National Express	7h 55m	8:10 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	4:05 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$45	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/13/2026 8:10:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/13/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
National Express	8h 30m	11:00 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	7:30 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$45	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/13/2026 11:00:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/13/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	10h 45m	4:10 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	2:55 AM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/14/2026 4:10:00 PM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/15/2026 2:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 45m
National Express	10h 10m	1:50 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	12:00 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/14/2026 1:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/14/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
FlixBus	10h 40m	9:45 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	8:25 PM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/14/2026 9:45:00 AM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/14/2026 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
FlixBus	10h 40m	3:05 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	1:45 AM	Cardiff	Kingsway Bus Stop	Economy	$37	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/14/2026 3:05:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/15/2026 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
National Express	9h 45m	10:00 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	7:45 PM	Cardiff	Coach Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 9/14/2026 10:00:00 AM to Coach Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/14/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Middlesbrough to Cardiff is $27 on 9/9/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Middlesbrough and Cardiff

See here how frequent the connections between Middlesbrough and Cardiff are, during different times and days of the week.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Middlesbrough to Cardiff. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Middlesbrough and Cardiff.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 13 buses from Middlesbrough to Cardiff, while Night sees the fewest connections between Middlesbrough and Cardiff, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Middlesbrough to Cardiff

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Middlesbrough to Cardiff in one click! Book your bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Cardiff starting from $27!

Cheapest Bus	$27
Fastest Bus	7h 55m
Earliest Bus	9:45 AM
Latest Bus	4:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	228.5 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Middlesbrough to Cardiff

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Middlesbrough for Cardiff: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/08/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

$30

Wednesday 09/09

$27

Thursday 09/10

$27

Friday 09/11

$27

Saturday 09/12

$39

Sunday 09/13

$27

Monday 09/14

$27

Tuesday 09/15

$27

Wednesday 09/16

$27

Thursday 09/17

$27

Friday 09/18

$27

Saturday 09/19

$41

Sunday 09/20

$27

Monday 09/21

$29

Tuesday 09/22

$27

Wednesday 09/23

$27

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

$27

Saturday 09/26

$29

Sunday 09/27

$27

Monday 09/28

$27

Tuesday 09/29

$27

Wednesday 09/30

$27

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

$46

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Middlesbrough to Cardiff

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Cardiff, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $27, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Middlesbrough to Cardiff. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $27.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Middlesbrough to Cardiff, with $27. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $30.

How to save money travelling from Middlesbrough to Cardiff

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 Middlesbrough to Cardiff 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 Middlesbrough to Cardiff, 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 Middlesbrough to Cardiff are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Middlesbrough and Cardiff

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

Bus Station

Newport Rd

Arriva Travel Shop

Cannon Park Way Bus Stop

Riverside Stadium

Central Station

Kingsway Bus Stop

North Rd

University

Park Place 50

Coach Station

Sophia Gardens 2

Gabalfa Interchange

North Road 213

Bus Interchange

Central Square 3

Service and Comfort on the bus from Middlesbrough to Cardiff

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

FAQs about the Middlesbrough to Cardiff bus

How much does a Middlesbrough Cardiff bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $27 and takes 11h 5m to reach Cardiff. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $27 and $47. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cardiff.

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

Every day, the Middlesbrough to Cardiff bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Middlesbrough to Cardiff is offered by National Express and takes 7h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $47. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Middlesbrough to Cardiff?

The earliest bus arriving in Cardiff from Middlesbrough starts at 9:45 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 Middlesbrough to Cardiff?

The latest bus trip departing from Middlesbrough for Cardiff starts at 4:10 PM. 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 Middlesbrough Cardiff route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Cardiff?

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

What can I take with me on the Middlesbrough to Cardiff 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 Middlesbrough Cardiff 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 Middlesbrough Cardiff 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 Middlesbrough to Cardiff on your planned travel date.

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Middlesbrough and to Cardiff

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Middlesbrough and to Cardiff. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!