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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Heysham is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Heysham is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Heysham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Heysham. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Towers via Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Heysham?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Heysham. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Lancaster via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Heysham?

The distance between Cardiff and Heysham is 217 miles. The road distance is 216.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Heysham without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Cardiff to Heysham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Heysham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Heysham train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Heysham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Heysham is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Cardiff to Heysham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Heysham train arrive?

Cardiff to Heysham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Heysham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Heysham is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Cardiff to Heysham.

Where can I stay near Heysham?

There are 1423+ hotels available in Heysham.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 3m
£84–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
7h 11m
£48–111
Drive 215.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Heyshamcar 215.6 mi
4h 33m
£53–76
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Underpassbus Uk030
8h 56m
£78–112

Cardiff to Heysham by train, foot, and bus

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5h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.2 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Towers via Crewe, Lancaster, and Bus Station in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Towers via Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station in around 7h 11m.

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