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Trip Overview

The average bus between Cardiff and Atherton takes 8h 11m and the fastest bus takes 5h 57m. The bus runs, on average, 6 times per week from Cardiff to Atherton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 11m
Duration
224 mi
Distance
£32
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Cardiff to Atherton bus times

Buses run 6 times a week between Cardiff and Atherton. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 6:10 PM which arrives into Atherton at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Bus Station and take an average of 8h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    FlixBusFlixBusBee Network15h 39m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    FlixBusFlixBusBee Network6h 52m • 2 changes
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    FlixBusFlixBusBee Network6h 57m • 2 changes
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    FlixBusFlixBusBee Network6h 27m • 2 changes
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    FlixBusFlixBusBee Network7h 17m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Atherton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Atherton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 224.5 mi
  • Duration: 8h 11m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Atherton, England?

You can take a bus from Cardiff - North Road to Morley Street via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and St Peter's Square in around 7h 39m.

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