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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Clitheroe is to bus which costs £19 - £65 and takes 8h 9m.

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 17m and costs £45 - £70.

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 Birmingham Coach Station, Charlotte Street, Printworks and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

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 31m.

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 31m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m 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 31m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £65 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff to Clitheroe bus arrive?

Cardiff to Clitheroe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham 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 17m 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 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 31m
£50–122
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 / ...
8h 9m
£19–63
Drive 202 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Clitheroecar 202 mi
4h 17m
£49–71
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 39m
£65–145
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Clitheroetrain
7h 43m
£29–116

Cardiff to Clitheroe by train and tram

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 204.1 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Park Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, Printworks, and Bus Station in around 8h 9m.

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