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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Cardigan is to bus which costs £25 - £60 and takes 11h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Finch Square C via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.

How far is it from Bolton to Cardigan?

The distance between Bolton and Cardigan is 202 miles. The road distance is 164 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 33m and costs £30 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Bolton to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Cardigan bus from?

Bolton to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Bolton to Cardigan bus arrive?

Bolton to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Cardigan is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Bolton to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 847+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Bolton to Cardigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bolton to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Cardigan Rugby Clubbus T5
7h 33m
£35–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
11h 17m
£25–57
Drive 163.1 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Cardigancar 163.1 mi
3h 52m
£40–57
Train, bus via Bangor
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
11h 21m

Bolton to Cardigan by train and bus

84Weekly Services

7h 33mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bolton to Cardigan.

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Distance: 201.1 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Finch Square C via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 11h 17m.

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