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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Aintree is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Aintree is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Old Roan via Crewe and Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Aintree?

The distance between Cardiff and Aintree is 181 miles. The road distance is 170.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aintree without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 9m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Cardiff to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aintree train from?

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

Train or fly from Cardiff to Aintree?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aintree is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 9m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £75 - £230 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Cardiff to Aintree train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Aintree is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Cardiff to Aintree.

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

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Where can I stay near Aintree?

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Cardiff to Aintree - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Aintree by train, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 9m
£64–113
Drive 169.8 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Aintreecar 169.8 mi
3h 43m
£43–61
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
6h 24m
£73–179
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Chester / ...
4h 48m
£62–103
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
5h 11m
£76–144
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane CWL - LPL
7h 13m
£79–224

Cardiff to Aintree by train

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4h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.8 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Old Roan via Crewe and Liverpool South Parkway in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, Ryanair, Aer Lingus, and easyJet fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Liverpool (LPL) 5 times a week.

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