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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Rossendale is to bus which costs £12 - £50 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Rossendale is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Rossendale?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Rossendale station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Bus station via Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Rossendale?

The distance between Cardiff and Rossendale is 188 miles. The road distance is 191.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rossendale without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Cardiff to Rossendale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rossendale bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Rossendale?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rossendale is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £50 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Rossendale bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Rossendale?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Rossendale is 191 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Cardiff to Rossendale.

Where can I stay near Rossendale?

There are 2948+ hotels available in Rossendale.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Rossendale 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 24m
£52–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
6h 27m
£13–46
Drive 190 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Rossendale190 mi
4h 1m
£48–69
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
7h 3m
£82–191

Cardiff to Rossendale by train, tram, and bus

111Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.8 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Rossendale, 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 Bus station via Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 27m.

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