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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Accrington is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Accrington is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Warner Street via Charlotte Street and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Accrington via Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Accrington?

The distance between Cardiff and Accrington is 207 miles. The road distance is 194.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Accrington without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Cardiff to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Accrington bus from?

Cardiff to Accrington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Accrington train from?

Cardiff to Accrington train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Accrington?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Accrington is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Cardiff to Accrington bus arrive?

Cardiff to Accrington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Accrington train arrive?

Cardiff to Accrington train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Accrington is 195 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Cardiff to Accrington.

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

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

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Cardiff to Accrington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 44m
£72–141
Drive 193.4 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Accringtoncar 193.4 mi
4h 5m
£48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
6h 5m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
5h 6m
Train, bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
6h 6m

Cardiff to Accrington by train

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Distance: 205.8 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Accrington via Crewe and Preston in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Warner Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 5m.

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