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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Birchwood is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Birchwood is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Birchwood?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Birchwood. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Heathfield House via St Peter's Square and Leigh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Birchwood?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Birchwood. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Birchwood via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Birchwood?

The distance between Cardiff and Birchwood is 183 miles. The road distance is 164.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Birchwood without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Cardiff to Birchwood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Birchwood bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Birchwood train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Birchwood?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Birchwood is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h.

Where does the Cardiff to Birchwood bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Birchwood train arrive?

Cardiff to Birchwood train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Birchwood?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Birchwood is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Cardiff to Birchwood.

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

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Where can I stay near Birchwood?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stockporttrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 21m
£73–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
6h
£37–85
Drive 163.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Birchwoodcar 163.5 mi
3h 29m
£40–58
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
6h 21m
£69–173
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stockporttrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 57m
£105–157
Train to London Heathrow Airport, 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 13m
£138–416

Cardiff to Birchwood by train

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Distance: 181.6 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Birchwood, Warrington, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Stockport hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 6m. 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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