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

The cheapest way to get from Lancashire to Cardiff is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancashire to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Lancashire and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancashire to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Wheatley Farm and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Lancashire and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Lancashire to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Langho and arriving at Cardiff Central via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Lancashire to Cardiff?

The distance between Lancashire and Cardiff is 199 miles. The road distance is 199.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancashire to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Lancashire to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancashire to Cardiff bus from?

Lancashire to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lancashire to Cardiff train from?

Lancashire to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Langho station.

Train, bus or fly from Lancashire to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Lancashire to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 6m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £260 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Lancashire to Cardiff bus arrive?

Lancashire to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Lancashire to Cardiff train arrive?

Lancashire to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Lancashire to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancashire to Cardiff is 199 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Lancashire to Cardiff.

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

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Lancashire to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Langho to Manchester Victoriatrain Ribblehead - Rochdale / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 23m
£66–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
9h 6m
£43–73
Drive 198.3 mi
1. Drive from Lancashire to Cardiffcar 198.3 mi
4h 13m
£49–71
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
7h 22m
£57–252
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Langho to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 3m
£83–145
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
6h 24m
£138–409

Lancashire to Cardiff by train and tram

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Distance: 198.3 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Langho to Cardiff Central via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wheatley Farm to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 6m.

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