The average bus between Tunbridge Wells and Cardiff takes 8h 1m and the fastest bus takes 6h 30m. The bus service runs several times per day from Tunbridge Wells 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 every 4 hours between Tunbridge Wells and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tunbridge Wells is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Sackville School and take an average of 8h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Tunbridge Wells 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 Tunbridge Wells to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Tunbridge Wells station and arriving at Cardiff station via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.
Tunbridge Wells to Cardiff bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.
Tunbridge Wells to Cardiff bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.
The distance between Tunbridge Wells and Cardiff is 242.4 km. The road distance is 330 km.
National Express operates a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 35m.