What is the cheapest way to get from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Orrell, Greater Manchester and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Orrell, Greater Manchester station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Orrell Rail Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Wigan Wallgate Rail Station, Market Street and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Orrell, Greater Manchester and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Orrell and arriving at Cardiff Central via Wigan North Western and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff?

The distance between Orrell, Greater Manchester and Cardiff is 178 miles. The road distance is 172.6 miles.

How do I travel from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff train from?

Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train or bus from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff train arrive?

Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 38m
£68–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
7h 23m
£41–91
Drive 171.6 mi
1. Drive from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiffcar 171.6 mi
3h 47m
£42–61
Fly, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 45m
£75–178
Line 89 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Hunts Cross Interchangebus 89
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 38m
£86–163

Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff by foot and train

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Distance: 177.4 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a vehicle from Orrell, Greater Manchester to Cardiff Central via Orrell, Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Crewe in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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