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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Trafford Centre?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Trafford Centre station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at The Trafford Centre Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Trafford Centre?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Trafford Centre. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Trafford Centre?

The distance between Cardiff and Trafford Centre is 178 miles. The road distance is 171.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £60 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Trafford Centre?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £60 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h.

Where does the Cardiff to Trafford Centre bus arrive?

Cardiff to Trafford Centre bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Trafford Centre train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Trafford Centre?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Trafford Centre is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Cardiff to Trafford Centre.

Where can I stay near Trafford Centre?

There are 3628+ hotels available in Trafford Centre.

Cardiff to Trafford Centre - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre 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 8m
£60–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
7h
£28–42
Drive 170.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Trafford Centrecar 170.2 mi
3h 39m
£43–62
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 24m
£70–173
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
£80–123

Cardiff to Trafford Centre by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 176.9 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Trafford Centre, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to The Trafford Centre Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h.

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