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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Darwen is to bus which costs £29 - £60 and takes 7h 55m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Darwen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Circus via Bristol Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Darwen?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Darwen via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Darwen?

The distance between Cardiff and Darwen is 190 miles. The road distance is 188.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Darwen without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Cardiff to Darwen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Darwen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Darwen train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Darwen?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Darwen is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £60 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Cardiff to Darwen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Darwen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Darwen is 188 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Cardiff to Darwen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Darwen?

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Cardiff to Darwen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Darwen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 39m
£77–129
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 Uk071
7h 55m
£29–57
Drive 187 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Darwencar 187 mi
4h 4m
£46–66
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 7m
£75–111

Cardiff to Darwen by train and tram

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4h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 189.3 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Darwen, 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 Circus via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Shudehill Interchange, and Bolton Interchange in around 7h 55m.

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