What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Horton Road via Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Cardiff and Greater Manchester is 172 miles. The road distance is 171.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Cardiff to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Greater Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Greater Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Cardiff to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Greater Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Greater Manchester is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Cardiff to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3600+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Greater Manchester 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 / ...
3h 50m
£71–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
4h 37m
£37–85
Drive 170.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Greater Manchestercar 170.7 mi
3h 43m
£42–61
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
5h 59m
£67–165
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 37m
£101–144
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
4h 51m
£136–409

Cardiff to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 171.5 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Greater Manchester, 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, 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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