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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bury is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bury is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bury?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bury. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bury Interchange via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bury?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bury. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bury via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bury?

The distance between Cardiff and Bury is 180 miles. The road distance is 181.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bury without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Cardiff to Bury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bury train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Bury?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bury is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bury bus arrive?

Cardiff to Bury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Bury train arrive?

Cardiff to Bury train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bury?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bury is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Cardiff to Bury.

Where can I stay near Bury?

There are 3750+ hotels available in Bury.

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

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Cardiff to Bury

Rome2Rio compared 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Bury. The best route is Train, a distance of 243.125 km.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 58m
£72–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
5h 10m
£36–84
Drive 180.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Burycar 180.6 mi
3h 55m
£45–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 3m
£71–102

Cardiff to Bury by train and tram

108Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.7 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Station twice a week. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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