Yes Coaches arranges coach hire and minibus hire in Cardiff for groups of 8 to 72 passengers, always with a professional driver. A journey can start in Cardiff, collect from Penarth or Caerphilly on the way and finish anywhere in the UK.
Send the pickup, destination, date and group size with the quote form and the booking team replies with vehicle options and a price. The booking line, 0203 870 5196, is open 9am to 6pm, 7 days a week.
Cardiff coach hire at a glance
| Area | Cardiff, Wales (all Wales locations) |
|---|---|
| Nearest airports | Cardiff Airport (about 9 miles), Bristol Airport (about 21 miles) |
| Nearby areas we cover | Penarth (3 miles), Caerphilly (7 miles), Barry (7 miles), Newport (11 miles) |
| Local venues and trips | Principality Stadium, Utilita Arena Cardiff, and Wales Millennium Centre |
| Vehicle sizes | 8 and 16 seat minibuses, 17 to 30 seat midi coaches, 31 to 72 seat coaches |
| Booking line | 0203 870 5196, Monday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm |
Distances are straight-line estimates. Road distances are longer.
Coach hire in Cardiff
For groups of 17 or more, a midi coach (17 to 30 seats) or a full-size coach (31 to 72 seats) keeps everyone on one vehicle with room for luggage. Popular coach trips from Cardiff include university open days and society trips, student events and conferences, castle visits, and coastal trips.
Coach hire in Cardiff is priced per journey, not per seat. The price depends on the route, the date, the vehicle size and any waiting time. A coach can collect from a home, hotel, school, workplace or meeting point in Cardiff.
Minibus hire in Cardiff
For smaller groups, minibus hire in Cardiff covers 8 seat and 16 seat vehicles with a driver. They suit airport runs, nights out, weddings, family events and business trips, and can make several pickups around Cardiff, Penarth and Caerphilly.
Airport transfers from Cardiff
The nearest airports to Cardiff are Cardiff Airport, about 9 miles away, and Bristol Airport, about 21 miles away. Group airport transfers can be booked one way or return. Add flight numbers, terminals and luggage so the right vehicle is sent.
Pickups from railway stations and hotels in and around Cardiff can be added to the same booking.
Events, sport and days out from Cardiff
Local favourites include Principality Stadium, Utilita Arena Cardiff, and Wales Millennium Centre. For fixtures, concerts and festivals, give the venue, the drop-off point and the return time so the driver waits in the right place.
See sports and event transport and tours and day trips.
Weddings, schools and business travel in Cardiff
Weddings. Shuttle guests between the ceremony, the reception and hotels in and around Cardiff. Wedding transport
Schools and colleges. Educational visits, sports fixtures and trips for pupils and staff from Cardiff. School transport
Business. Staff shuttles, conferences, team days and hotel transfers for companies in Cardiff. Corporate travel
Which vehicle for your group?
| Group size | Vehicle | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 8 | 8 seat minibus or MPV | Airport runs, small business trips |
| 9 to 16 | 16 seat minibus | Nights out, weddings, sports teams |
| 17 to 30 | Midi coach | School trips, clubs, corporate groups |
| 31 to 72 | Full-size coach | Large events, tours, festivals |
Mention luggage, sports kit, instruments or accessibility needs so the right vehicle is quoted. See the full fleet.
Popular routes from Cardiff
How to book coach hire in Cardiff
- Enter the pickup, destination, date and number of passengers in the quote form.
- Add your name, phone and email, or send the details on WhatsApp.
- The booking team replies with vehicle options and a price.
- Confirm the booking and the driver meets your group at the agreed pickup point.
Coach hire in Cardiff: questions
How much does coach hire in Cardiff cost?
The price depends on the distance, journey time, date, vehicle size and any waiting time, so each quote is worked out for your route. Send the full journey through the quote form for a price with no obligation. To keep coach hire in Cardiff cheap, use one larger vehicle rather than two small ones, keep pickups to the stops you need and book busy dates early.
What is the nearest airport to Cardiff?
Cardiff Airport is the nearest, about 9 miles from Cardiff in a straight line. Bristol Airport is about 21 miles away. Both can be booked as group airport transfers, one way or return.
Can you collect passengers from Penarth and Caerphilly?
Yes. Add each pickup in the order you need them. Nearby areas we cover include Penarth, Caerphilly, Barry and Newport.
Is minibus hire available in Cardiff?
Yes. 8 seat and 16 seat minibuses with a driver are available in Cardiff for smaller groups, airport runs, nights out and family events.
Do you have a depot in Cardiff?
Yes Coaches arranges each vehicle around your route rather than from a depot in every town. The journey is planned from your pickup point in Cardiff and quoted on that basis.
Can the journey go outside Wales?
Yes. A booking can start or finish in Cardiff and travel anywhere in the UK, including multi-day tours.