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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Wirral is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Wirral is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Wirral?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Wirral. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Birkenhead Hamilton Square via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Wirral?

The distance between Cardiff and Wirral is 169 miles. The road distance is 165.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Wirral without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Cardiff to Wirral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Wirral train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Wirral train arrive?

Cardiff to Wirral train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Wirral?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Wirral is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Cardiff to Wirral.

Where can I stay near Wirral?

There are 2216+ hotels available in Wirral.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 22m
£68–124
Drive 164.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Wirralcar 164.2 mi
3h 25m
£41–59
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
6h 45m
£73–181
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the bus from The Metquarter to Brookdale Avenue Northbus 437
5h 2m
£87–157

Cardiff to Wirral by train and bus

69Weekly Services

4h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.8 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chester every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 57m.

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