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 £19 - £35 and takes 7h 10m.

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 Cardiff North Road and arriving at Bus station via Bristol Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

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 28m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m 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 Cardiff North Road station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Rossendale?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rossendale is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Rossendale bus arrive?

Cardiff to Rossendale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol 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 1759+ 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 28m
£67–113
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 10m
£19–35
Drive 190 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Rossendalecar 190 mi
4h 3m
£48–69
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 53m
£103–162

Cardiff to Rossendale by train, tram, and bus

107Weekly Services

4h 28mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Rossendale.

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Distance: 186.8 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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 £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Bus station via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 10m.

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