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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ulverston is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ulverston is to drive which takes 4h 58m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ulverston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ulverston. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Kiosk via Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ulverston?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Ulverston. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ulverston via Crewe and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ulverston?

The distance between Cardiff and Ulverston is 236 miles. The road distance is 245.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ulverston without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Cardiff to Ulverston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ulverston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ulverston train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Ulverston?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ulverston is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ulverston bus arrive?

Cardiff to Ulverston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Ulverston train arrive?

Cardiff to Ulverston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ulverston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ulverston is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Cardiff to Ulverston.

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

Book your Cardiff to Ulverston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ulverston?

There are 2638+ hotels available in Ulverston.

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

How to get fromCardiff to Ulverston

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Ulverston by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Lancastertrain
3. Take the train from Lancaster to Ulverstontrain
5h 34m
£92–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kioskbus X6 / ...
9h 40m
£51–114
Drive 244.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ulverstoncar 244.2 mi
4h 58m
£60–87
Train, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain
4. Take the train from Lancaster to Ulverstontrain
7h 37m
£120–268
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Ulverstontrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
5h 59m
£99–170
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stockporttrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Ulverstontrain
7h 20m
£131–199
Train, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain
5. Take the train from Lancaster to Ulverstontrain
8h 4m
£103–232

Cardiff to Ulverston by train

110Weekly Trains

5h 34mAverage Duration

£92Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Ulverston.

Launch map view

Distance: 234.5 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Ulverston via Crewe and Lancaster in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Kiosk via Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 40m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.