What is the cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The distance between Liverpool and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 176 miles. The road distance is 169 miles.

How do I travel from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 16m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water) train from?

Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or fly from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 16m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £75 - £210 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water) train arrive?

Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water) is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water).

Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay (Water)?

There are 1733+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay (Water).

Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water) - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water) 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 16m
£65–121
Drive 168 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water)car 168 mi
3h 45m
£42–60
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LPL - CWL
6h 33m
£78–204
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Chestertrain Moorfields - Chester / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 8m
£68–120
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 8m
£67–163

Liverpool to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train and bus

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Distance: 174.7 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Liverpool, England and Cardiff Bay (Water), Wales?

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Mount Stuart Square via Crewe, Cardiff Central, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and two other airlines fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) once daily.

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