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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sale is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 52m.

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 bus between Cardiff and Sale?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Sale. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Ashfield Road via Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

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 46m.

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 46m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Cardiff to Sale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sale bus from?

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

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.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Sale?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sale is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Cardiff to Sale bus arrive?

Cardiff to Sale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach 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 3743+ hotels available in Sale.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Sale 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 46m
£71–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
4h 52m
£37–85
Drive 164.8 mi
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 14m
£68–168
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 41m
£101–144

Cardiff to Sale by train, foot, and bus

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4h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.1 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Station twice a week. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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