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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Colne is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Colne is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Colne?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Colne. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Colne Lane via Bristol Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Colne?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Colne. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Colne via Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Colne?

The distance between Cardiff and Colne is 202 miles. The road distance is 206 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Colne without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 37m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Cardiff to Colne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Colne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Colne train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Colne?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Colne is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Cardiff to Colne bus arrive?

Cardiff to Colne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Colne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Colne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Colne is 206 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Colne.

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

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Where can I stay near Colne?

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Colne by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
5h 37m
£74–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
8h 13m
£31–54
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 Bus Stationbus X43
7h 3m
£71–99
Drive 204.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Colnecar 204.8 mi
4h 13m
£50–73
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Colnetrain
5h 40m
£74–144

Cardiff to Colne by train

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Distance: 201.1 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Colne, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Colne via Crewe and Preston in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Colne Lane via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 8h 13m.

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