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

The cheapest way to get from Accrington to Cardiff is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Accrington to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Accrington and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Accrington to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Infant Street and arriving at Kingsway GD via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Accrington and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Accrington to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Accrington and arriving at Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Accrington to Cardiff?

The distance between Accrington and Cardiff is 207 miles. The road distance is 195.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Accrington to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £50 - £170.

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

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

Where do I catch the Accrington to Cardiff bus from?

Accrington to Cardiff bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Infant Street station.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Cardiff train from?

Accrington to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Accrington to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Accrington to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £50 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Accrington to Cardiff bus arrive?

Accrington to Cardiff bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Accrington to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Accrington to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Accrington to Cardiff is 195 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Accrington to Cardiff.

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

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Accrington to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Accrington to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 5m
£54–167
Drive 194.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Accrington to Cardiff194.2 mi
4h 4m
£48–69
Bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Shudehill InterchangeX41
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
7h 43m
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)MAN - CWL
7h 49m
£80–219
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Shudehill InterchangeX41
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 31m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Shudehill InterchangeX41
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
7h 51m
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Accrington to York
2. Take the train from York to Newcastle
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 59m
£63–188

Accrington to Cardiff by train

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5h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.9 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Accrington to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Infant Street to Kingsway GD via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 7h 51m.

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