What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lancaster University?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lancaster University is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 8h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lancaster University?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lancaster University is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Lancaster University?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Lancaster University. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Underpass via Bristol Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Lancaster University?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Lancaster University. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Lancaster via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Lancaster University?

The distance between Cardiff and Lancaster University is 216 miles. The road distance is 208.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Lancaster University without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lancaster University without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Lancaster University?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Cardiff to Lancaster University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lancaster University bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lancaster University train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Lancaster University?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lancaster University is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Cardiff to Lancaster University bus arrive?

Cardiff to Lancaster University bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Lancaster University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Lancaster University?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Lancaster University is 208 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Cardiff to Lancaster University.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Lancaster University?

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Cardiff to Lancaster University - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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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 / ...
4h 50m
£83–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Underpassbus
8h 49m
£31–64
Drive 207 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Lancaster Universitycar 207 mi
4h 19m
£50–73
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Lancastertrain
6h 11m
£150–443
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Lancastertrain
6h 21m
£98–169
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain
6h 53m
£106–247
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain
7h 20m
£91–211

Cardiff to Lancaster University by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 214.6 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Lancaster University, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Lancaster University via Crewe, Lancaster, Common Garden Street, and Management School in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lancaster University via Bristol Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Underpass in around 8h 49m.

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