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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swinton is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swinton is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Swinton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Swinton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Leinster Road via Bristol Bus Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Swinton?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Swinton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Eccles (Manchester) via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swinton?

The distance between Cardiff and Swinton is 174 miles. The road distance is 172.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swinton without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Cardiff to Swinton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swinton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swinton train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Swinton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swinton is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 54m, you could also fly, which costs £45 - £210 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Swinton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Swinton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Swinton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Swinton is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Swinton.

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

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Where can I stay near Swinton?

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Cardiff to Swinton - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Swinton 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 2m
£58–93
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 54m
£27–39
Drive 171.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swintoncar 171.5 mi
3h 42m
£43–62
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane CWL - MAN
6h 20m
£46–207
Train, line 23 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stockporttrain
3. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 23 / ...
5h 39m
£76–123
Train to Bristol Airport, 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 28m
£70–171
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
5h 22m
£132–393

Cardiff to Swinton by train

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Distance: 173 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Swinton, Salford, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Leinster Road via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and St Peter's Square in around 6h 54m.

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