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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Kirkby is to bus via Birmingham which costs £16 - £45 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Kirkby is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Kirkby station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Kirkby Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Kirkby?

The distance between Cardiff and Kirkby is 182 miles. The road distance is 171.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Kirkby without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £55 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Cardiff to Kirkby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Kirkby bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Kirkby?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Kirkby is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £55 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £75 and takes 6h 50m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £300 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Cardiff to Kirkby bus arrive?

Cardiff to Kirkby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Kirkby?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Kirkby is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Cardiff to Kirkby.

Where can I stay near Kirkby?

There are 2367+ hotels available in Kirkby.

Cardiff to Kirkby - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Kirkby by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool Lime StreetBirmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 22m
£57–79
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Liverpool, Liverpool OneUk021 / ...
7h 32m
£17–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One550 / ...
6h 50m
£26–74
Drive 170.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Kirkby170.9 mi
3h 39m
£43–62
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)BRS - LPL
6h 31m
£81–254
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Hood street1 / ...
5h 46m
£51–101
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Liverpool (LPL)CWL - LPL
6h 30m
£75–296

Cardiff to Kirkby by train and bus

140Weekly Services

4h 22mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Kirkby, Knowsley, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Elstead Road via Crewe, Liverpool Lime Street, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Kirkby Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 6h 50m.

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