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

The cheapest way to get from South Wales to Manchester is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Wales to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between South Wales and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from South Wales station to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Fernhill station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8, Kingsway GR and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between South Wales and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from South Wales to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Cwmbach and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from South Wales to Manchester?

The distance between South Wales and Manchester is 191 miles. The road distance is 163.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Wales to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from South Wales to Manchester, including transfers.

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

South Wales to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

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

Train or bus from South Wales to Manchester?

The best way to get from South Wales to Manchester is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the South Wales to Manchester bus arrive?

South Wales to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the South Wales to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Wales to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between South Wales to Manchester is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from South Wales to Manchester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbach to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 6m
£74–134
Drive 162.9 mi
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1. Drive from South Wales to Manchestercar 162.9 mi
3h 54m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
7h 13m
£46–101
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cwmbach to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
5h 53m
£142–427

South Wales to Manchester by train

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Distance: 190 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Cwmbach to Manchester Piccadilly via Cardiff Central in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Station twice a week. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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