What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University is to bus via Birmingham which costs £13 - £45 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Manchester Metropolitan University?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Manchester Metropolitan University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University?

The distance between Cardiff and Manchester Metropolitan University is 170 miles. The road distance is 171 miles.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University?

The train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly takes 3h 19m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £70 and takes 5h 49m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £190 and takes 6h.

Where does the Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University bus arrive?

Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University?

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

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Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 35m
£45–110
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk078 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill InterchangeUk076 / ...
6h 39m
£14–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
5h 49m
£21–68
Drive 170 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University170 mi
3h 48m
£42–61
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)CWL - MAN
6h
£68–182

Cardiff to Manchester Metropolitan University by train and foot

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3h 35mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.4 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Metropolitan University via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 5h 49m.

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