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 £13 - £55 and takes 7h.

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 3m 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 Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus station via Bristol Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

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 £45 - £110.

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 National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens 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 £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £55 and takes 7h.

Where does the Cardiff to Rossendale bus arrive?

Cardiff to Rossendale bus services, operated by National Express, 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 3m to drive from Cardiff to Rossendale.

Where can I stay near Rossendale?

There are 3046+ hotels available in Rossendale.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Rossendale 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 Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 24m
£46–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
7h
£13–52
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 58m
£31–103
Drive 190 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Rossendalecar 190 mi
4h 3m
£47–67

Cardiff to Rossendale by train, foot, and bus

84Weekly Services

5h 58mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Rossendale.

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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 £40–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus station via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h.

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