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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Burnley is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Burnley is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Burnley?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Mechanics Institute via Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Burnley?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road via Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Burnley?

The distance between Cardiff and Burnley is 195 miles. The road distance is 197.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Burnley without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Cardiff to Burnley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Burnley bus from?

Cardiff to Burnley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Burnley train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Burnley?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Burnley is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £50 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Cardiff to Burnley bus arrive?

Cardiff to Burnley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Burnley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Burnley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Burnley is 198 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Cardiff to Burnley.

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

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Where can I stay near Burnley?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Burnley by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Mechanics InstituteX43
4h 55m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
7h 25m
£14–37
Train, bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Mechanics InstituteX43
6h 58m
Drive 196.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Burnley196.6 mi
4h 11m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 9m
£52–175

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Burnley.

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Distance: 194 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Burnley Manchester Road via Crewe and Preston in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Mechanics Institute via Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 25m.

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