What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria is to bus which costs £12 - £50 and takes 5h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £50 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Manchester Victoria?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Manchester Victoria?

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 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria?

The distance between Cardiff and Manchester Victoria is 170 miles. The road distance is 171.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £50 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Manchester Victoria bus from?

Cardiff to Manchester Victoria bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Manchester Victoria train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £50 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Cardiff to Manchester Victoria bus arrive?

Cardiff to Manchester Victoria bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Manchester Victoria train arrive?

Cardiff to Manchester Victoria train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Manchester Victoria is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria.

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

Book your Cardiff to Manchester Victoria train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Cardiff to Manchester Victoria bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Manchester Victoria?

There are 3399+ hotels available in Manchester Victoria.

Cardiff to Manchester Victoria - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria by train, bus, car, or plane

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 PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 31m
£52–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
5h 37m
£13–47
Drive 170.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Manchester Victoria170.9 mi
3h 49m
£43–62
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BRS - MAN
6h 9m
£83–195
Train via Manchester Victoria
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 37m
£50–85
Bus via Birmingham
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 47m
£20–60

Cardiff to Manchester Victoria by train and tram

112Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.3 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Manchester Victoria via Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 5h 37m.

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