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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Meols is to bus via Birmingham which costs £20 - £55 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Meols is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Meols?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Meols. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bertram Drive via Birmingham Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and The Metquarter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Meols?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Meols. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Manor Road via Crewe and Liverpool Central Loop Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Meols?

The distance between Cardiff and Meols is 183 miles. The road distance is 167.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Meols without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Cardiff to Meols, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Meols bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Meols train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Meols?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Meols is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 54m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £250 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Cardiff to Meols bus arrive?

Cardiff to Meols bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Meols train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Meols?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Meols is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Cardiff to Meols.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Meols?

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Where can I stay near Meols?

There are 2260+ hotels available in Meols.

Cardiff to Meols - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and line 1 bus

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Meols by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool Lime StreetBirmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 21m
£58–81
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Liverpool, Liverpool One
3. Take the bus from The Metquarter to Bertram Drive407
8h 13m
£21–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One550 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Metquarter to Bertram Drive407
6h 54m
£30–79
Drive 166.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Meols166.1 mi
3h 34m
£42–61
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)BRS - LPL
6h 23m
£82–194
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Birkenhead Bus Station1 / ...
5h 28m
£51–116
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Liverpool (LPL)CWL - LPL
6h 23m
£76–246

Cardiff to Meols by train and foot

141Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.2 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Meols, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Manor Road via Crewe, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bertram Drive via Birmingham Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, Queen Square Bus Station, and The Metquarter in around 6h 54m.

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