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 £20 - £75 and takes 6h 31m.

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 54m 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 Birmingham Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

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 4h 1m.

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 4h 1m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m 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 4h 1m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £75 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bury bus arrive?

Cardiff to Bury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham 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 54m to drive from Cardiff to Bury.

Where can I stay near Bury?

There are 3637+ hotels available in Bury.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 1m
£46–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
6h 31m
£20–74
Drive 180.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Burycar 180.6 mi
3h 54m
£45–65
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
6h 12m
£67–173
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 8m
£37–286

Cardiff to Bury by train and tram

110Weekly Services

4h 1mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.8 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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 £40–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bury Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 6h 31m.

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