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 £21 - £45 and takes 7h 29m.

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 11m and costs £45 - £70.

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 Sophia Gardens and arriving at Wharf Street via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St, Shudehill Interchange and Rochdale Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

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 which takes 4h 37m and costs £50 - £120.

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 National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens 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 which takes 4h 37m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge bus arrive?

Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd 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 11m to drive from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Sowerby Bridgetrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
4h 37m
£50–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rdbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
7h 29m
£21–41
Drive 197.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sowerby Bridgecar 197.7 mi
4h 11m
£48–70
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane BRS - LBA
7h 30m
£57–173
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Sowerby Bridgetrain
6h 49m
£35–117

Cardiff to Sowerby Bridge by train and tram

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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 Sophia Gardens to Wharf Street via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St, Shudehill Interchange, and Rochdale Interchange in around 7h 29m.

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