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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Salford Quays is to bus which costs £13 - £45 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Salford Quays is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Salford Quays?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Howard Street via Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Salford Quays?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Harbour City via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Salford Quays?

The distance between Cardiff and Salford Quays is 172 miles. The road distance is 170.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Salford Quays without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Cardiff to Salford Quays, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Salford Quays bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Salford Quays train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Salford Quays?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Salford Quays is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £45 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Cardiff to Salford Quays bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Salford Quays train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Salford Quays?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Salford Quays is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Cardiff to Salford Quays.

Where can I stay near Salford Quays?

There are 3593+ hotels available in Salford Quays.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 43m
£52–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
6h 13m
£14–41
Drive 169.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Salford Quays169.5 mi
3h 47m
£43–62
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
5h 54m
£80–192
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 50m
£40–200

Cardiff to Salford Quays by train and tram

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.4 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Salford Quays, 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 Howard Street via Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 13m.

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