What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport is to bus and line 304 bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cardiff Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Cardiff Airport. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Cardiff Airport via Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cardiff Airport?

The distance between Manchester and Cardiff Airport is 187 miles. The road distance is 183.2 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Cardiff Airport without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport without a car is to train and line 304 bus which takes 5h 12m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cardiff Airport bus from?

Manchester to Cardiff Airport bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Bus or fly from Manchester to Cardiff Airport?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport is to bus and line 304 bus which takes 6h 26m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £40 - £220 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Manchester to Cardiff Airport bus arrive?

Manchester to Cardiff Airport bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Cardiff Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cardiff Airport is 183 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Manchester to Cardiff Airport.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Airport?

There are 1710+ hotels available in Cardiff Airport.

Manchester to Cardiff Airport - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 304 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 304 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Cardiff Airportbus 304
5h 12m
£72–117
Bus, line 304 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Cardiff Airportbus 304
6h 26m
£39–89
Drive 182.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cardiff Airportcar 182.2 mi
4h 13m
£45–65
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
4h 47m
£44–217
Train, line 304 bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Cardiff Airportbus 304
6h 17m
£87–150

Manchester to Cardiff Airport by train and bus

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Distance: 185.7 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Cardiff Airport, Wales?

You can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Cardiff Airport via Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 in around 6h 26m. Alternatively, KLM, Ryanair, and three other airlines fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) 3 times a day.

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