What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Metropolitan University and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Metropolitan University and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester?

The distance between Cardiff Metropolitan University and Manchester is 171 miles. The road distance is 170.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester?

The train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly takes 3h 18m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester bus from?

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester train from?

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester?

The best way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester bus arrive?

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester.

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 38m
£65–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
4h 35m
£35–85
Drive 169.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchestercar 169.7 mi
3h 49m
£42–60
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain
3. Take the train from Stafford to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4h 55m
£85–156

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 169.7 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Cardiff Metropolitan University, Wales and Manchester, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Station twice a week. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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