What is the cheapest way to get from Nelson Station to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Nelson Station to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nelson Station to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Nelson Station to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson Station and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson Station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Nelson Station and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Nelson Station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Nelson Station to Cardiff?

The distance between Nelson Station and Cardiff is 217 miles. The road distance is 203.9 miles.

How do I travel from Nelson Station to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Nelson Station to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £70 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Nelson Station to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Nelson Station to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson Station to Cardiff bus from?

Nelson Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nelson Station to Cardiff train from?

Nelson Station to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Nelson station.

Train or bus from Nelson Station to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Nelson Station to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Nelson Station to Cardiff bus arrive?

Nelson Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Nelson Station to Cardiff train arrive?

Nelson Station to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Nelson Station to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson Station to Cardiff is 204 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Nelson Station to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Nelson Station to Cardiff?

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Nelson Station to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nelson Station to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nelson to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 40m
£73–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
8h 34m
£31–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 41m
£69–100
Drive 202.8 mi
1. Drive from Nelson Station to Cardiffcar 202.8 mi
4h 11m
£50–72

Nelson Station to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 215.3 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Nelson Station, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Nelson to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 8h 34m.

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