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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lancashire is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lancashire is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Lancashire?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Lancashire. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Wheatley Farm via Birmingham - Jennens Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Lancashire?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Lancashire. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Langho via Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Lancashire?

The distance between Cardiff and Lancashire is 199 miles. The road distance is 199.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lancashire without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Cardiff to Lancashire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lancashire bus from?

Cardiff to Lancashire bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lancashire train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Lancashire?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lancashire is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Lancashire bus arrive?

Cardiff to Lancashire bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Lancashire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Lancashire?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Lancashire is 199 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Lancashire.

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

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Where can I stay near Lancashire?

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Cardiff to Lancashire - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Lancashire 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 / ...
5h 20m
£77–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Preston Bus Stationbus Uk030
8h 50m
£26–40
Drive 198.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Lancashirecar 198.3 mi
4h 13m
£49–71
Train via Crewe
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 25m
£69–137
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Langhotrain
7h 1m
£76–113

Cardiff to Lancashire by train

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.3 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Lancashire, 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 Cardiff North Road to Wheatley Farm via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Preston Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 50m.

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