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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Cardiff is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Mechanics Institute and arriving at Kingsway GD via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Cardiff?

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

How far is it from Burnley to Cardiff?

The distance between Burnley and Cardiff is 213 miles. The road distance is 198.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £55 - £200.

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

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

Where do I catch the Burnley to Cardiff bus from?

Burnley to Cardiff bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Mechanics Institute station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Burnley to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Burnley to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £55 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Burnley to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Burnley to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Burnley to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Cardiff is 198 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Burnley to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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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
£56–198
Bus, train via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Chorlton Street Coach StationX43
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
7h 5m
£37–120
Drive 197.3 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Cardiff197.3 mi
4h 11m
£49–71
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Bradford Interchange
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LBA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 18m
£75–165
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 28m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
7h 19m
Train, train to Newcastle, fly
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road 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 47m
£60–198

Burnley to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 211.8 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mechanics Institute to Kingsway GD via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 7h 19m.

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