What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station is to line 37 bus and bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Cardiff Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Manchester Central Coach Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Cardiff Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station?

The distance between Bolton and Cardiff Central Station is 181 miles. The road distance is 180.7 miles.

How do I travel from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Cardiff Central Station bus from?

Bolton to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Shiffnall Street station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Cardiff Central Station train from?

Bolton to Cardiff Central Station train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station?

The best way to get from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can line 37 bus and bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Bolton to Cardiff Central Station bus arrive?

Bolton to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Bolton to Cardiff Central Station train arrive?

Bolton to Cardiff Central Station train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Cardiff Central Station is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station?

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Bolton to Cardiff Central Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 37 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station 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 22m
£69–128
Line 37 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shiffnall Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
6h 39m
£38–90
Drive 179.6 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Cardiff Central Stationcar 179.6 mi
3h 49m
£44–63
Fly, 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
£138–420
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 59m
£88–158

Bolton to Cardiff Central Station by train

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Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Cardiff Central Station, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Sophia Gardens in around 6h 39m.

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