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 £12 - £45 and takes 6h 22m.

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 40m 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 Sophia Gardens and arriving at Eccles Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

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 3h 56m.

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 3h 56m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m 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 National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens 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 3h 56m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £19 - £65 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Eccles bus arrive?

Cardiff to Eccles bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 40m 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 3579+ 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 PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 56m
£51–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
6h 22m
£13–41
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
6h 10m
£20–63
Drive 171.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Eccles171.2 mi
3h 40m
£43–62
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BRS - MAN
6h 28m
£79–188

Cardiff to Eccles by train and tram

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3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.5 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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 £45–85 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Eccles Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Charlotte Street in around 6h 10m.

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