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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Mossley is to bus which costs £15 - £50 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Mossley is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Mossley?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Mossley. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Mossley (Manchester) via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Mossley?

The distance between Cardiff and Mossley is 179 miles. The road distance is 187.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Mossley without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Cardiff to Mossley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Mossley train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Mossley?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Mossley is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £50 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Cardiff to Mossley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Mossley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Mossley is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Cardiff to Mossley.

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

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Where can I stay near Mossley?

There are 3520+ hotels available in Mossley.

Cardiff to Mossley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Mossley 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 / ...
4h 6m
£56–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
6h 51m
£16–50
Drive 186.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Mossley186.6 mi
3h 41m
£47–68
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 17m
£84–197
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to StockportBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 18m
£53–156

Cardiff to Mossley by train

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4h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Mossley, Tameside, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Manchester Road via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Victoria, Stalybridge, and Burghley Close in around 6h 51m.

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