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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Tameside is to bus which costs £12 - £50 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Tameside is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Tameside?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Tameside. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange via Bus Station and Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Tameside?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Tameside. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ashton-Under-Lyne via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Tameside?

The distance between Cardiff and Tameside is 175 miles. The road distance is 188.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tameside without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Cardiff to Tameside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tameside bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tameside train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Tameside?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tameside is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £50 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Cardiff to Tameside bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Tameside train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Tameside?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Tameside is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Cardiff to Tameside.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 51m
£52–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
6h 24m
£13–47
Drive 187.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Tameside187.4 mi
3h 28m
£47–68
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BRS - MAN
6h 9m
£86–204
Train, line 330 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stockport
3. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange330
4h 46m

Cardiff to Tameside by train and tram

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3h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Piccadilly in around 6h 24m.

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