Cardiff to Newquay bus with National Express

Thu, 27 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Newquay

Showing times and prices for 28 Nov

Cheapest price

$27

Average price

$50

Fastest journey

8 h 10 m

Average duration

8 h 54 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

178 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Newquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cardiff to Newquay will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $27.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Cardiff for Newquay every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 178 km distance in an average of 8 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBus
05:45AM9h15
Cardiff
03:00PMNewquay
$271One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
10:35PM8h10
Cardiff
06:45AMNewquay
$481One-way
0 changes
National Express
07:15PM9h10
Cardiff
04:25AMNewquay
$511One-way
0 changes
National Express
07:25PM9h00
Cardiff
04:25AMNewquay
$751One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Newquay

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Newquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $105.

Distance: 178 km

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Coach
Train

$43

Average Price

Cheapest

$175

Average Price

7h 21m

Average total duration

6h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Live departures

Cardiff to Newquay bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Newquay coaches for today, Thursday, 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 7:11 am
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express7:15 pm Cardiff
9h10
4:25 am Newquay0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus10:35 pm Cardiff
8h10
6:45 am Newquay0 changesdirect
Friday, 28 November
meinfernbus_flixbus5:45 am Cardiff
9h15
3:00 pm Newquay0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Newquay

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Buses from Cardiff to Newquay run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 178 km distance in 7h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
178 km
Average bus duration
6h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
$27
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
7h 15m
First bus
00:45
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to NewquayYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Newquay with National Express for as low as $27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
$51
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Cardiff to Newquay coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Newquay by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newquay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff to Newquay can start from as little as $31 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff to Newquay is $78; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cardiff to Newquay is 7 h 45 min   to travel the 178 km long journey, with around there are 3 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Cardiff to Newquay leaves at 8: 30am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Cardiff to Newquay leaves at 8: 25pm.
There are 3 coaches a day from Cardiff to Newquay which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Cardiff to Newquay, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Newquay. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Cardiff to Newquay and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to Newquay by coach is September.
You have options as you can travel between Cardiff and Newquay 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Cardiff to Newquay has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff to Newquay.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cardiff to Newquay.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Cardiff to Newquay.
    No, luggage for the coach from Cardiff to Newquay needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cardiff to Newquay.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cardiff to Newquay.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff to Newquay.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cardiff to Newquay.

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