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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swinton is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swinton is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Swinton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Swinton. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Leinster Road via Birmingham Coach Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swinton?

The distance between Cardiff and Swinton is 175 miles. The road distance is 172.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swinton without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Cardiff to Swinton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swinton bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Swinton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swinton is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Cardiff to Swinton bus arrive?

Cardiff to Swinton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Swinton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Swinton is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Swinton.

Where can I stay near Swinton?

There are 3759+ hotels available in Swinton.

Cardiff to Swinton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 23 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 53m
£66–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
5h 46m
£39–90
Drive 171.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swintoncar 171.5 mi
3h 42m
£42–61
Train, line 23 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stockporttrain
3. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 23 / ...
5h 37m
£86–136

Cardiff to Swinton by train, foot, and bus

107Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Swinton.

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Distance: 174.3 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Swinton, Salford, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Leinster Road via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 5h 46m.

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