What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 6h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Metropolitan University and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Metropolitan University and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester?

The distance between Cardiff Metropolitan University and Manchester is 171 miles. The road distance is 170.8 miles.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester?

The train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly takes 3h 19m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester bus from?

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester train from?

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester?

The best way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester bus arrive?

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester?

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Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 39m
£45–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
6h 30m
£14–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
5h 19m
£37–110
Drive 169.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester169.9 mi
3h 48m
£42–61
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BRS - MAN
5h 47m
£79–193

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Manchester by foot and bus

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Distance: 169.7 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Cardiff Metropolitan University, Wales and Manchester, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Shudehill Interchange via Kingsway GD and Bus Station in around 6h 30m.

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