What is the cheapest way to get from Wales to Old Trafford?

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Old Trafford is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wales to Old Trafford?

The fastest way to get from Wales to Old Trafford is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Old Trafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Warwick Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Old Trafford?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Wharfside via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Wales to Old Trafford?

The distance between Wales and Old Trafford is 173 miles. The road distance is 168.8 miles.

How do I travel from Wales to Old Trafford without a car?

The best way to get from Wales to Old Trafford without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £55 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Wales to Old Trafford?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Wales to Old Trafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Old Trafford bus from?

Wales to Old Trafford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Old Trafford train from?

Wales to Old Trafford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Old Trafford?

The best way to get from Wales to Old Trafford is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Wales to Old Trafford bus arrive?

Wales to Old Trafford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Wales to Old Trafford train arrive?

Wales to Old Trafford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wales to Old Trafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Old Trafford is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Wales to Old Trafford.

Where can I stay near Old Trafford?

There are 3612+ hotels available in Old Trafford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 53m
£58–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 31m
£37–60
Drive 167.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Old Traffordcar 167.9 mi
3h 44m
£42–60
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain
3. Take the train from Stafford to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4h 27m
£75–130

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Distance: 171.5 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Wales and Old Trafford, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Old Trafford via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Warwick Road in around 6h 31m.

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