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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Leigh is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 7h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Leigh is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Leigh?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Leigh. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Newton-le-Willows via Crewe and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Leigh?

The distance between Cardiff and Leigh is 174 miles. The road distance is 168.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leigh without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Cardiff to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leigh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leigh train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Leigh?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leigh is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff to Leigh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Leigh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Leigh is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3586+ hotels available in Leigh.

Cardiff to Leigh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 35 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 31m
£64–108
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 Uk071
7h 9m
£28–51
Drive 167.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Leighcar 167.9 mi
3h 42m
£42–60
Train, line 35 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Leigh Bus Stationbus 35
4h 46m
£68–110
Train, line 610 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain
3. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Leigh Bus Stationbus 610
5h 25m
£87–132

Cardiff to Leigh by train and bus

135Weekly Services

4h 31mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.2 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Leigh, Wigan, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Leigh Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and St Peter's Square in around 7h 9m.

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