What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Manchester and arriving at Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Bus Station and Market Square 22. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Caerphilly via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Caerphilly is 179 miles. The road distance is 167.5 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Caerphilly bus from?

Greater Manchester to Caerphilly bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Caerphilly train from?

Greater Manchester to Caerphilly train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Caerphilly bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Caerphilly bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Caerphilly train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Caerphilly train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Caerphilly is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly.

Where can I stay near Caerphilly?

There are 1812+ hotels available in Caerphilly.

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Caerphilly by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 50m
£70–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 202 / ...
6h 24m
£29–53
Drive 166.5 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Caerphillycar 166.5 mi
3h 41m
£41–59
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 38m
£70–174
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 27m
£85–149

Greater Manchester to Caerphilly by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 178.5 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Caerphilly, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester to Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Bus Station, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 22 in around 6h 24m.

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