What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Old Trafford?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Old Trafford is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Old Trafford?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Old Trafford is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Old Trafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Warwick Road via Bristol Bus Station and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Old Trafford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Old Trafford?

The distance between Cardiff and Old Trafford is 174 miles. The road distance is 168.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Old Trafford without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Old Trafford without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Old Trafford?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Cardiff to Old Trafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Old Trafford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Old Trafford train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Old Trafford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Old Trafford is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Cardiff to Old Trafford bus arrive?

Cardiff to Old Trafford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Old Trafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Old Trafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Old Trafford is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Cardiff to Old Trafford.

Where can I stay near Old Trafford?

There are 3625+ hotels available in Old Trafford.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Old Trafford 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 / ...
4h 3m
£69–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
6h 55m
£23–37
Drive 167.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Old Traffordcar 167.9 mi
3h 44m
£42–60
Train, 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
6h 23m
£67–175
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 52m
£101–146

Cardiff to Old Trafford by train, foot, and bus

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4h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.9 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Old Trafford, 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 Old Trafford via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Piccadilly Gardens, and Warwick Road in around 6h 55m.

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