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 £35 - £85 and takes 5h 7m.

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 43m 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 St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

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 Wigan North Western via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Leigh?

The distance between Cardiff and Leigh is 182 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 24m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m 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 24m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Cardiff to Leigh bus arrive?

Cardiff to Leigh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach 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 43m to drive from Cardiff to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3614+ 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 / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 24m
£70–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
5h 7m
£35–83
Drive 167.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Leighcar 167.9 mi
3h 43m
£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
£70–115
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stockporttrain
3. Take the bus from Chester Street to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1
5h 18m
£102–147

Cardiff to Leigh by train and bus

133Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.2 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Leigh Town Hall via Crewe, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate Rail Station in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Station twice a week. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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