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 £40 - £110 and takes 7h.

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 - £70.

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 Sophia Gardens and arriving at Wheatley Farm via Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

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 Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Lancashire?

The distance between Cardiff and Lancashire is 200 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 25m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m 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 National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens 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 25m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h.

Where does the Cardiff to Lancashire bus arrive?

Cardiff to Lancashire bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 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 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Langhotrain Manchester Victoria - Clitheroe / ...
5h 25m
£81–139
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
7h
£44–101
Drive 198.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Lancashirecar 198.3 mi
4h 13m
£49–70
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
6h 52m
£79–119

Cardiff to Lancashire by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 198.4 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Langho via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Wheatley Farm via Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station in around 7h.

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