What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 7h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton-under-Lyne and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Cavendish Street and arriving at University RE via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff?

The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Cardiff is 175 miles. The road distance is 186.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff bus from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff train from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 7h 19m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £240 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff bus arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff train arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff?

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Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 29m
£58–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to University REbus 216 / ...
7h 19m
£26–43
Drive 185.7 mi
1. Drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiffcar 185.7 mi
3h 28m
£47–67
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
6h 27m
£51–237
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Stockport to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 30m
£72–122
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 26m
£70–171
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 30m
£132–374

Ashton-under-Lyne to Cardiff by tram and train

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Distance: 174 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Ashton-under-Lyne, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cavendish Street to University RE via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 7h 19m.

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