What is the cheapest way to get from Ramsbottom to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Ramsbottom to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ramsbottom to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Ramsbottom to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ramsbottom and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ramsbottom to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ramsbottom East Lancs Railway and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Ramsbottom and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Ramsbottom to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bury and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Ramsbottom to Cardiff?

The distance between Ramsbottom and Cardiff is 185 miles. The road distance is 186.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ramsbottom to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Ramsbottom to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Ramsbottom to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Ramsbottom to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ramsbottom to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ramsbottom to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Ramsbottom to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ramsbottom to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Ramsbottom to Cardiff bus arrive?

Ramsbottom to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Ramsbottom to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ramsbottom to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ramsbottom to Cardiff is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Ramsbottom to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 8m
£70–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
6h 8m
£30–85
Drive 185.8 mi
1. Drive from Ramsbottom to Cardiffcar 185.8 mi
3h 55m
£46–66
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 5m
£136–416
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 46m
£89–157
Fly to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 10m
£128–254

Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) flights

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Distance: 184.2 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Ramsbottom, England and Cardiff, 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, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once daily. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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