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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lancashire is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lancashire is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Lancashire?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Lancashire. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Langho via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Lancashire?

The distance between Cardiff and Lancashire is 200 miles. The road distance is 199.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lancashire without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Cardiff to Lancashire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lancashire train from?

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

Train or fly from Cardiff to Lancashire?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lancashire is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £70 - £200 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Cardiff to Lancashire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Lancashire?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Lancashire is 199 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Cardiff to Lancashire.

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

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Where can I stay near Lancashire?

There are 2144+ hotels available in Lancashire.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Lancashire by train, car, plane, or bus

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 Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to LanghoRochdale - Clitheroe / ...
5h 28m
£55–121
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Langho
7h 37m
£39–121
Drive 198.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Lancashire198.3 mi
4h 11m
£49–71
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)CWL - MAN
7h 48m
£73–191
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 40m
£50–154

Cardiff to Lancashire by train and tram

104Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.4 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Langho via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, Ryanair, Aer Lingus, and KLM fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 3 times a day.

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