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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Cardiff is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Manchester and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Cardiff?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Cardiff is 172 miles. The road distance is 171.9 miles.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Cardiff is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Greater Manchester to Cardiff.

How do I get a bus ticket from Greater Manchester to Cardiff?

Book your Greater Manchester to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1725+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Greater Manchester to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Cardiff 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 22m
£67–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 32m
£21–36
Drive 170.9 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Cardiffcar 170.9 mi
3h 44m
£43–61
Fly to Bristol Airport, 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 25m
£67–178
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 Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 11m
£86–142
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 34m
£135–405

Greater Manchester to Cardiff by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 170.6 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Cardiff, 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 Cardiff North Road via Bristol Bus Station in around 5h 32m.

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