What is the cheapest way to get from Stretford to Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Stretford to Wales is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stretford to Wales?

The fastest way to get from Stretford to Wales is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Stretford and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Stretford to Wales. However, there are services departing from Sevenways and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Stretford and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Stretford to Wales. However, there are services departing from Stretford and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Stretford to Wales?

The distance between Stretford and Wales is 173 miles. The road distance is 167.8 miles.

How do I travel from Stretford to Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Stretford to Wales without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Stretford to Wales?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Stretford to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stretford to Wales bus from?

Stretford to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Stretford to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Stretford to Wales?

The best way to get from Stretford to Wales is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Stretford to Wales bus arrive?

Stretford to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Stretford to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stretford to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Stretford to Wales is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Stretford to Wales.

Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1715+ hotels available in Wales.

Stretford to Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stretford to Wales by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 22m
£67–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
5h 43m
£37–87
Drive 166.8 mi
1. Drive from Stretford to Cardiffcar 166.8 mi
3h 42m
£41–59
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Stockport to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 26m
£84–147

Stretford to Wales by tram and train

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Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Stretford, Trafford, England and 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 5 times a week. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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