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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Salford is to bus which costs £19 - £65 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Salford is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Salford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Salford station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Salford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Salford?

The distance between Cardiff and Salford is 170 miles. The road distance is 171.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Salford without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £110.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly takes 3h 18m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Salford bus from?

Cardiff to Salford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Salford train from?

Cardiff to Salford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Salford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Salford is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £65 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Cardiff to Salford bus arrive?

Cardiff to Salford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Salford train arrive?

Cardiff to Salford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Salford is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Cardiff to Salford.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Salford?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Salford?

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Cardiff to Salford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Salford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 18m
£40–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
5h 31m
£19–62
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 12m
£24–97
Drive 170.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Salfordcar 170.1 mi
3h 49m
£41–59
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
5h 52m
£64–171

Cardiff to Salford by train

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Distance: 168.6 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Salford, 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 Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 31m.

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