What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Atherton?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Atherton is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Atherton?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Atherton is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Atherton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Market Street via St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Atherton?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Hag Fold via Crewe and Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Atherton?

The distance between Cardiff and Atherton is 181 miles. The road distance is 171.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Atherton without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Atherton without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 18m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Atherton?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Cardiff to Atherton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Atherton bus from?

Cardiff to Atherton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Atherton train from?

Cardiff to Atherton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Atherton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Atherton is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 18m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to Atherton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Atherton train arrive?

Cardiff to Atherton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Atherton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Atherton is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Cardiff to Atherton.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Atherton?

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Where can I stay near Atherton?

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Cardiff to Atherton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Atherton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 18m
£70–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
5h 19m
£37–85
Drive 170.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Athertoncar 170.3 mi
3h 46m
£42–60
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
5h 25m
£139–416
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 34m
£71–116
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stockporttrain
3. Take the bus from Chester Street to Market Streetbus V2
5h 29m
£103–149

Cardiff to Atherton by train

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Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Atherton, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Hag Fold via Crewe, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Station once a week. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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