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

The cheapest way to get from Irlam to Cardiff is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irlam to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Irlam and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Irlam to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Lathom Road and arriving at University RE via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Irlam and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Irlam to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Irlam and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Irlam to Cardiff?

The distance between Irlam and Cardiff is 179 miles. The road distance is 167.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irlam to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Irlam to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irlam to Cardiff bus from?

Irlam to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Irlam to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Irlam to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Irlam to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 35m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £240 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Irlam to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irlam to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irlam to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Irlam to Cardiff is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Irlam to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Irlam to Cardiff?

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Irlam to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and line 67 bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Irlam 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 17m
£58–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to University REbus 216 / ...
7h 35m
£29–44
Drive 166.3 mi
1. Drive from Irlam to Cardiffcar 166.3 mi
3h 35m
£41–60
Fly Manchester Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
6h 24m
£50–240
Line 67 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lathom Road to Victoria Rail Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 50m
£75–130
Fly Manchester Airport 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 23m
£69–174
Fly Manchester Airport 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 31m
£131–397
Fly Liverpool to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LPL - CWL
6h 3m
£72–173

Irlam to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 177.6 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lathom Road to University RE via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 7h 35m.

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