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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Arnside is to bus which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Arnside is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Arnside?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Arnside. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Arnside via Crewe and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Arnside?

The distance between Cardiff and Arnside is 223 miles. The road distance is 224.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Arnside without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Cardiff to Arnside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Arnside train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Arnside?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Arnside is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Cardiff to Arnside train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Arnside?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Arnside is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Cardiff to Arnside.

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

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Where can I stay near Arnside?

There are 3091+ hotels available in Arnside.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Arnside 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 11m
£83–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
8h 42m
£51–127
Drive 223.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Arnsidecar 223.2 mi
4h 37m
£56–81
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Arnsidetrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
5h 37m
£89–155
Train via Manchester #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Arnsidetrain
6h 44m
£124–202

Cardiff to Arnside by train

113Weekly Trains

5h 11mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Arnside.

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Distance: 221.5 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Arnside via Crewe and Lancaster in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Arnside via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 8h 42m.

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