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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Saltney is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Saltney is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Saltney?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Saltney. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Park Avenue via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Saltney?

The distance between Cardiff and Saltney is 153 miles. The road distance is 147.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Saltney without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Cardiff to Saltney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Saltney bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Saltney?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Saltney is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Cardiff to Saltney bus arrive?

Cardiff to Saltney bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Saltney?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Saltney is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Cardiff to Saltney.

Where can I stay near Saltney?

There are 928+ hotels available in Saltney.

Cardiff to Saltney - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Saltney by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
3h 31m
£49–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus InterchangeUk021 / ...
5h 52m
£30–49
Drive 146.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Saltney146.5 mi
3h 1m
£37–54

Cardiff to Saltney by train and bus

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3h 31mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Saltney, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chester every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–95 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Park Avenue via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St, and Chester Bus Interchange in around 5h 52m.

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