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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Clitheroe is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Clitheroe is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Clitheroe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Clitheroe. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Park Street via Charlotte Street, Printworks and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Clitheroe?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Clitheroe. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Clitheroe via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Clitheroe?

The distance between Cardiff and Clitheroe is 205 miles. The road distance is 203.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Clitheroe without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Cardiff to Clitheroe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Clitheroe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Clitheroe train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Clitheroe?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Clitheroe is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Cardiff to Clitheroe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Clitheroe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Clitheroe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Clitheroe is 203 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Cardiff to Clitheroe.

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

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Where can I stay near Clitheroe?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Clitheroe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Clitheroetrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
5h 36m
£82–140
Drive 202 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Clitheroecar 202 mi
4h 18m
£50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Printworks to Bus Stationbus X43
6h 49m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
6h 58m

Cardiff to Clitheroe by train and tram

105Weekly Services

5h 36mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Clitheroe.

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Distance: 204.1 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Clitheroe via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Park Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, Printworks, and Bus Station in around 6h 49m.

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