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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Wales is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 35m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Wales. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Wales. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Wales?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Wales is 171 miles. The road distance is 171.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Wales without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Greater Manchester to Wales, including transfers.

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

Greater Manchester to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Wales?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Wales is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Wales bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Wales?

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

Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1719+ hotels available in Wales.

Greater Manchester to Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Wales by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 15m
£67–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
5h 35m
£37–87
Drive 170.9 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Cardiffcar 170.9 mi
3h 44m
£42–61
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
£85–152

Greater Manchester to Wales by bus and train

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Distance: 170.4 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and 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, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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