What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 8h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Sowerby Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Wharf Street via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Rochdale Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Sowerby Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Sowerby Bridge via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge?

The distance between Cardiff and Sowerby Bridge is 199 miles. The road distance is 198.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 4h 37m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge bus from?

Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge is to train via Manchester which takes 4h 37m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge bus arrive?

Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge is 199 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge?

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Where can I stay near Sowerby Bridge?

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

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

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Sowerby BridgeManchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
4h 37m
£56–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
8h 3m
£14–38
Drive 197.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge197.7 mi
4h 9m
£50–71
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)BRS - LBA
7h 11m
£80–176
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to LeedsCardiff Central - Edinburgh
5h 19m
£66–211

Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge by train and tram

112Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.7 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Sowerby Bridge, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Sowerby Bridge via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Wharf Street via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Rochdale Interchange in around 8h 3m.

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