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

The cheapest way to get from Irlam to Wales is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Irlam and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Irlam to Wales. However, there are services departing from Lathom Road and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Irlam and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Irlam to Wales. However, there are services departing from Irlam and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Irlam to Wales?

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

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

The best way to get from Irlam to Wales without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Irlam to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irlam to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Irlam to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Irlam to Wales?

The best way to get from Irlam to Wales is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h.

Where does the Irlam to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irlam to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irlam to Wales?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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Irlam to Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 67 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Irlam 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 19m
£68–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
8h
£24–40
Drive 166.3 mi
1. Drive from Irlam to Cardiffcar 166.3 mi
3h 35m
£41–59
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 52m
£87–155

Irlam to Wales by train

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Distance: 177.6 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Irlam, 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, you can take a bus from Lathom Road to Cardiff North Road via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station in around 8h.

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