What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Ferndale?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Ferndale is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Ferndale?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Ferndale is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Ferndale?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Ferndale. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Rhondda Hotel via Talbot Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Ferndale?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Ferndale. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Porth via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Manchester to Ferndale?

The distance between Manchester and Ferndale is 190 miles. The road distance is 167.9 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Ferndale without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Ferndale without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £75 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Ferndale?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Manchester to Ferndale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Ferndale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Ferndale train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Ferndale?

The best way to get from Manchester to Ferndale is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 29m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £230 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Manchester to Ferndale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Ferndale train arrive?

Manchester to Ferndale train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Ferndale?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Ferndale is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Manchester to Ferndale.

Where can I stay near Ferndale?

There are 667+ hotels available in Ferndale.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 56m
£76–128
Drive 167 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Ferndalecar 167 mi
3h 57m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Talbot Street to Rhondda Hotelbus 124
6h 29m
£43–95
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
7h 38m
£58–230
Train, bus
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 Rhondda Hotelbus 124
6h 42m
£91–158

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) flights

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Distance: 188.8 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taf, 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 Manchester Central Coach Station to Rhondda Hotel via Sophia Gardens and Talbot Street in around 6h 29m.

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