What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre is to bus which costs £19 - £65 and takes 6h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Trafford Centre?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Trafford Centre station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at The Trafford Centre Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Trafford Centre?

The distance between Cardiff and Trafford Centre is 178 miles. The road distance is 171.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Trafford Centre without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Trafford Centre bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Trafford Centre?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £65 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Cardiff to Trafford Centre bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Trafford Centre?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Trafford Centre is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Cardiff to Trafford Centre.

Where can I stay near Trafford Centre?

There are 3587+ hotels available in Trafford Centre.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 8m
£40–110
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 120 / ...
6h 13m
£19–61
Drive 170.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Trafford Centrecar 170.2 mi
3h 39m
£42–60
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 / ...
4h 55m

Cardiff to Trafford Centre by train, foot, and bus

108Weekly Services

4h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.9 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Trafford Centre, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to The Trafford Centre Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Charlotte Street in around 6h 13m.

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