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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Burnley Central Station is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Burnley Central Station is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £45 - £70.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Burnley Central Station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Mechanics Institute via Chorlton Street Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Burnley Central Station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road via Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Burnley Central Station?

The distance between Cardiff and Burnley Central Station is 214 miles. The road distance is 197.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Burnley Central Station without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Cardiff to Burnley Central Station, including transfers.

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

Cardiff to Burnley Central Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Burnley Central Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Burnley Central Station is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Burnley Central Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Burnley Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Burnley Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Burnley Central Station is 197 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Cardiff to Burnley Central Station.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Burnley Central Station by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 22m
£74–140
Drive 196.3 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Burnley Central Stationcar 196.3 mi
4h 11m
£48–69
Train, bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Mechanics Institutebus X43
6h 1m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Mechanics Institutebus X43
5h 42m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Mechanics Institutebus X43
6h 27m

Cardiff to Burnley Central Station by train and foot

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5h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212.6 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Burnley Central Station via Crewe, Preston, and Burnley Manchester Road in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Burnley Central Station via Manchester Central Coach Station, Chorlton Street Coach Station, and Mechanics Institute in around 6h 27m.

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