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 £20 - £35 and takes 7h 44m.

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 54m 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 Cardiff North Road and arriving at St Paul's Church via Bristol Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ramsbottom?

The distance between Cardiff and Ramsbottom is 185 miles. The road distance is 186.2 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 5h and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 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 Cardiff North Road station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Ramsbottom?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ramsbottom is to train which takes 5h and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ramsbottom bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ramsbottom?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ramsbottom is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Cardiff to Ramsbottom.

Where can I stay near Ramsbottom?

There are 3465+ 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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h
£70–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
7h 44m
£20–35
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 / ...
6h 32m
£63–90
Drive 185.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ramsbottomcar 185.1 mi
3h 54m
£46–66

Cardiff to Ramsbottom by train, tram, and bus

108Weekly Services

5hAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.9 mi
Duration: 5h

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 £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to St Paul's Church via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 44m.

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