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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Settle is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 10h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Settle is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Settle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Settle. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station, Keighley Bus Station and Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Settle?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Settle. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Settle via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Settle?

The distance between Cardiff and Settle is 224 miles. The road distance is 222.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Settle without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 6h 24m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Cardiff to Settle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Settle bus from?

Cardiff to Settle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Settle train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Settle?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Settle is to train via Manchester which takes 6h 24m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 10h 59m.

Where does the Cardiff to Settle bus arrive?

Cardiff to Settle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Settle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Settle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Settle is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Cardiff to Settle.

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

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Where can I stay near Settle?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Settle by train, bus, or car

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Settletrain Rochdale - Ribblehead
6h 24m
£86–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk078
10h 59m
£29–49
Drive 221.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Settlecar 221.7 mi
4h 37m
£54–78
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Settletrain
6h 46m
£130–207

Cardiff to Settle by train and tram

2Weekly Services

6h 24mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Settle.

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Distance: 222.6 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Settle, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Settle via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station once daily. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 7h 5m.

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