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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Cardiff is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 9h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Duke Street and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Cardiff Central via Wigan North Western and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Southport to Cardiff?

The distance between Southport and Cardiff is 192 miles. The road distance is 184 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Southport to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Cardiff bus from?

Southport to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Southport to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Southport to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Southport to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 9h 3m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £240 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Southport to Cardiff bus arrive?

Southport to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Southport to Cardiff train arrive?

Southport to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Southport to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Cardiff is 184 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Southport to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Southport to Cardiff?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southport to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Southport to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and 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 58m
£74–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk021 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk084
9h 3m
£23–38
Drive 182.9 mi
1. Drive from Southport to Cardiffcar 182.9 mi
4h 5m
£45–65
Fly to Bristol Airport, 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 43m
£77–202
Train via Chester
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 46m
£75–156
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 47
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 20m
£86–158
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LPL - CWL
7h 50m
£91–233

Southport to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 191 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Southport, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Southport to Cardiff Central via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Crewe in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Duke Street to Cardiff North Road via Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Birmingham - Jennens Road in around 9h 3m.

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