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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bacup is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bacup is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bacup?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bacup. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Market Street via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bacup?

The distance between Cardiff and Bacup is 189 miles. The road distance is 194.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bacup without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £45 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bacup bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Bacup?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bacup is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bacup bus arrive?

Cardiff to Bacup bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bacup?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bacup is 194 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Cardiff to Bacup.

Where can I stay near Bacup?

There are 2435+ hotels available in Bacup.

Cardiff to Bacup - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Bacup 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 Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 44m
£49–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rdbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
6h 54m
£22–40
Drive 193.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bacupcar 193.1 mi
4h 6m
£47–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk076 / ...
7h 17m
£29–102

Cardiff to Bacup by train, tram, and bus

108Weekly Services

4h 44mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Bacup.

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Distance: 187.9 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Market Street via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 6h 54m.

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