What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to South Wales is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to South Wales is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and South Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Glenboi Cemetery via Sophia Gardens, Greyfriars Road GJ and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Cwmbach via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Manchester to South Wales?

The distance between Manchester and South Wales is 191 miles. The road distance is 163.9 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to South Wales without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £75 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to South Wales?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Manchester to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to South Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to South Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to South Wales?

The best way to get from Manchester to South Wales is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h.

Where does the Manchester to South Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to South Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to South Wales is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Manchester to South Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to South Wales?

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Where can I stay near South Wales?

There are 674+ hotels available in South Wales.

Manchester to South Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to South Wales by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
4h 32m
£76–129
Drive 162.9 mi
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1. Drive from Manchester to South Walescar 162.9 mi
3h 53m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
7h
£44–97
Train 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 train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain
5h 35m
£92–162

Manchester to South Wales by train

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Distance: 190 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and South Wales?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cwmbach via Cardiff Central in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens 5 times a week. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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