What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Vale of Glamorgan?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at St Hilary Junction via Bus Station and Ninian Park PH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan?

The distance between Manchester and Vale of Glamorgan is 195 miles. The road distance is 184.4 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 6m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan bus from?

Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Bus or fly from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan?

The best way to get from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £45 - £210 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan bus arrive?

Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan is 184 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan.

Where can I stay near Vale of Glamorgan?

There are 1726+ hotels available in Vale of Glamorgan.

Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, 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 RAF St Athan East Campbus 304
5h 6m
£71–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
6h 45m
£29–54
Drive 183.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Vale of Glamorgancar 183.3 mi
4h 16m
£45–64
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
5h 21m
£47–210
Train, 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 RAF St Athan East Campbus 304
6h 9m
£87–149

Manchester to Vale of Glamorgan by train and bus

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Distance: 194.3 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Vale of Glamorgan, Wales?

You can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to St Hilary Junction via Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, and Ninian Park PH in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, KLM, Ryanair, and three other airlines fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) 3 times a day.

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