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 £26 - £45 and takes 8h 56m.

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 Cardiff North Road via Preston Bus Station and Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

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 Bolton and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

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 18m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m 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 FlixBus, depart from Preston Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lancashire to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Lancashire to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Lancashire to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 8h 56m.

Where does the Lancashire to Cardiff bus arrive?

Lancashire to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Lancashire to Cardiff train arrive?

Lancashire to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central 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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There are 5 ways to get from Lancashire 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 / ...
5h 18m
£75–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Bus Station to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk084
8h 56m
£26–41
Drive 198.3 mi
1. Drive from Lancashire to Cardiffcar 198.3 mi
4h 13m
£49–71
Fly, 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
£144–423
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 55m
£94–161

Lancashire to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 198.3 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Lancashire, 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 Wheatley Farm to Cardiff North Road via Bus Station, Preston Bus Station, and Birmingham - Jennens Road in around 8h 56m.

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