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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Arnside is to bus and train which costs £30 - £80 and takes 9h 3m.

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 35m and costs £55 - £85.

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 24m.

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 24m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m 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 24m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 8h 51m.

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 35m 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 2946+ 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 CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to LancasterRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 24m
£76–129
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Arnside
9h 3m
£31–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
8h 51m
£46–95
Drive 223.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Arnside223.2 mi
4h 35m
£56–81
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ArnsideManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
5h 37m
£63–117

Cardiff to Arnside by train

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5h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.6 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Arnside via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 8h 51m.

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