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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Eccles is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Eccles is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Eccles?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Eccles. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Eccles Interchange via Bristol Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Eccles?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Eccles. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Eccles via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Cardiff to Eccles?

The distance between Cardiff and Eccles is 175 miles. The road distance is 172.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Eccles without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £65 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Eccles bus from?

Cardiff to Eccles bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Eccles train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Eccles?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Eccles is to train which takes 4h and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Cardiff to Eccles bus arrive?

Cardiff to Eccles bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Eccles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Eccles?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Eccles is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Cardiff to Eccles.

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

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Where can I stay near Eccles?

There are 3752+ hotels available in Eccles.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Eccles 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
£67–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
6h 53m
£21–37
Drive 171.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ecclescar 171.2 mi
3h 41m
£43–62
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 32m
£64–185
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 7m
£102–161

Cardiff to Eccles by train and tram

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Distance: 173.5 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Eccles, Salford, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Eccles Interchange via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 53m.

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