What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen is to bus and line 37 bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Blackburn with Darwen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bull Hill Cottages via St Peter's Square and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Blackburn with Darwen?

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

How far is it from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen?

The distance between Cardiff and Blackburn with Darwen is 188 miles. The road distance is 186.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen bus from?

Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen train from?

Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 37 bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen train arrive?

Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen is 187 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen.

Where can I stay near Blackburn with Darwen?

There are 2370+ hotels available in Blackburn with Darwen.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 22m
£72–121
Bus, line 37 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
5h 56m
£38–86
Drive 185.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwencar 185.5 mi
4h 2m
£46–66
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 29m
£137–412
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
6h 14m
£70–101

Cardiff to Blackburn with Darwen by train and bus

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Distance: 187.2 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Blackburn with Darwen, 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, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bull Hill Cottages via Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, and Bolton Interchange in around 5h 56m.

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