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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Cardiff is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 8h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Cardiff - North Road via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Bolton to Cardiff?

The distance between Bolton and Cardiff is 181 miles. The road distance is 180.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Bolton to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Cardiff bus from?

Bolton to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Bolton to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Bolton to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 8h 8m, you could also fly, which costs £85 - £180 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Bolton to Cardiff bus arrive?

Bolton to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Bolton to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bolton to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Cardiff is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Bolton to Cardiff.

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

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Bolton to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Bolton to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 21m
£58–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
8h 8m
£27–44
Drive 179.5 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Cardiffcar 179.5 mi
3h 49m
£46–66
Fly Manchester Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 19m
£70–185
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h
£75–132
Fly Manchester Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
7h 10m
£86–171
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 29m
£132–408
Train to Liverpool, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LPL - CWL
12h 16m
£82–185

Bolton to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Cardiff - North Road via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station in around 8h 8m.

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