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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ramsbottom is to bus which costs £12 - £50 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ramsbottom is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ramsbottom?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ramsbottom. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at St Paul's Church via Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ramsbottom?

The distance between Cardiff and Ramsbottom is 185 miles. The road distance is 186.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ramsbottom without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Cardiff to Ramsbottom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ramsbottom bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Ramsbottom?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ramsbottom is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £50 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ramsbottom bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ramsbottom?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ramsbottom is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Cardiff to Ramsbottom.

Where can I stay near Ramsbottom?

There are 3377+ hotels available in Ramsbottom.

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

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

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 26m
£53–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
6h 38m
£13–47
Drive 185.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ramsbottom185.1 mi
3h 52m
£47–67
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 31m
£49–204

Cardiff to Ramsbottom by train, tram, and bus

112Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.7 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Ramsbottom, 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 St Paul's Church via Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 38m.

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