What is the cheapest way to get from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool Central Station and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff?

The distance between Liverpool Central Station and Cardiff is 175 miles. The road distance is 165.8 miles.

How do I travel from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 6m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff train from?

Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or fly from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 6m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £70 - £220 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff train arrive?

Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff?

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There are 5 ways to get from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff by train, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Crewetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 6m
£56–103
Drive 164.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiffcar 164.9 mi
3h 34m
£41–60
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h
£67–165
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Central Loop Line to Chestertrain Chester - Chester / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 41m
£60–99
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LPL - CWL
6h 54m
£72–211

Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff by foot and train

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Distance: 173.7 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Liverpool Central Station, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Liverpool Central Station to Cardiff Central via Liverpool Lime Street and Crewe in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and two other airlines fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) once daily.

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