The average bus between M42 motorway and Cardiff takes 7h 32m and the fastest bus takes 3h 38m. The bus service runs several times per day from M42 motorway to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between M42 motorway and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 11:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from M42 motorway is at 5:02 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:00 PM. All services require a transfer at Fockbury Mill Lane and take an average of 7h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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19h 58m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from M42 motorway to Cardiff? 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.
No, there is no direct bus from M42 motorway to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from M42 motorway station and arriving at Cardiff station via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.
M42 motorway to Cardiff bus services, operated by Kevs Cars and Coaches, depart from Lordswood Road station.
M42 motorway to Cardiff bus services, operated by Kevs Cars and Coaches, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.
The distance between M42 motorway and Cardiff is 122.7 km. The road distance is 230 km.
National Express operates a bus from Lordswood Road to Sophia Gardens 5 times a day. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 3h 15m.