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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sale is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sale is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Sale?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Sale. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Sale via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sale?

The distance between Cardiff and Sale is 175 miles. The road distance is 165.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sale without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Cardiff to Sale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sale train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Sale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Sale?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Sale is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Cardiff to Sale.

Where can I stay near Sale?

There are 3752+ hotels available in Sale.

Cardiff to Sale - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Sale by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 51m
£69–119
Drive 164.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Salecar 164.8 mi
3h 38m
£41–59
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 12m
£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 46m
£99–141

Cardiff to Sale by train and tram

106Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.1 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 18m.

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