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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bury is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 53m.

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 53m and costs £40 - £65.

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 4m.

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 4m and costs £50 - £110.

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

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

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 fly from Cardiff to Bury?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bury is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £190 and takes 6h 36m.

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 53m to drive from Cardiff to Bury.

Where can I stay near Bury?

There are 3589+ hotels available in Bury.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Bury by train, car, or plane

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 PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 4m
£52–107
Train via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 17m
£37–283
Drive 180.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bury180.6 mi
3h 53m
£44–64
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)CWL - MAN
6h 36m
£70–186

Cardiff to Bury by train and tram

121Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.7 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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 £45–110 and the journey takes 3h 19m. Alternatively, Ryanair, Aer Lingus, and KLM fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 3 times a day.

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