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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Middleton is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Middleton is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Middleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Middleton. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Chapel Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Middleton?

The distance between Cardiff and Middleton is 175 miles. The road distance is 181.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Middleton without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Cardiff to Middleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Middleton bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Middleton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Middleton is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Cardiff to Middleton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Middleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Middleton is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Cardiff to Middleton.

Where can I stay near Middleton?

There are 3590+ hotels available in Middleton.

Cardiff to Middleton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Middleton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 53m
£69–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
6h 18m
£38–94
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 39m
£62–89
Drive 180.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Middletoncar 180.4 mi
3h 50m
£45–65

Cardiff to Middleton by train, tram, and bus

108Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Middleton.

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Distance: 174 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Middleton, Rochdale, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Chapel Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 6h 18m.

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