What is the cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Manchester is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardigan to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Cardigan to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardigan and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardigan to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Ship Inn and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardigan and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Cardigan to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Fishguard & Goodwick and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Cardigan to Manchester?

The distance between Cardigan and Manchester is 192 miles. The road distance is 165.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardigan to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Manchester without a car is to bus and train via Shrewsbury which takes 6h 55m and costs £60 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardigan to Manchester?

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Cardigan to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Manchester bus from?

Cardigan to Manchester bus services, operated by Richards Bros, depart from Ship Inn station.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Manchester train from?

Cardigan to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Fishguard & Goodwick station.

Train or bus from Cardigan to Manchester?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Manchester is to bus which takes 9h 40m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £110 - £200 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Cardigan to Manchester bus arrive?

Cardigan to Manchester bus services, operated by Richards Bros, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Cardigan to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardigan to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardigan to Manchester is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Cardigan to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardigan to Manchester by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Shrewsbury
best
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 55m
£60–107
Drive 164.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardigan to Manchestercar 164.7 mi
3h 44m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
9h 40m
£46–112
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain
7h 34m
£65–120
Train
1. Take the train from Fishguard & Goodwick to Manchester Piccadillytrain Fishguard Harbour - Manchester Piccadilly
8h 1m
£113–194

Cardigan to Manchester by bus and train

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Distance: 190.4 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Cardigan, Wales and Manchester, England?

You can take a bus from Ship Inn to Manchester Central Coach Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 40m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Fishguard & Goodwick to Manchester Piccadilly 6 times a week. Tickets cost £110–190 and the journey takes 6h 11m.

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