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 £40 - £60 and takes 6h 43m.

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 Park Place and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Leigh?

The distance between Cardiff and Leigh is 187 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 26m and costs £65 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m 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 Park Place station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Leigh?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leigh is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £65 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Cardiff to Leigh bus arrive?

Cardiff to Leigh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 3546+ hotels available in Leigh.

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

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

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 Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 26m
£65–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
6h 43m
£40–55
Drive 167.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Leighcar 167.9 mi
3h 42m
£42–60
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain Rugby - Preston / ...
4h 28m
£67–140
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 36m
£95–256

Cardiff to Leigh by train, foot, and bus

108Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.9 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Leigh Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 6h 43m.

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