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 £13 - £50 and takes 6h 26m.

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 38m and costs £40 - £65.

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 Kingsway GD and arriving at The Trafford Centre Bus Station via Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Trafford Centre?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Trafford Centre. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at The Trafford Centre via Piccadilly and Cornbrook. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Trafford Centre?

The distance between Cardiff and Trafford Centre is 175 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 3h 52m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m 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 FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Trafford Centre?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Trafford Centre is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £50 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Cardiff to Trafford Centre bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Trafford Centre train arrive?

Cardiff to Trafford Centre train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly 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 38m to drive from Cardiff to Trafford Centre.

Where can I stay near Trafford Centre?

There are 3539+ hotels available in Trafford Centre.

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

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

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 PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 52m
£54–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
6h 26m
£14–46
Drive 170.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Trafford Centre170.2 mi
3h 38m
£43–62
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 13m
£81–194
Train, line 23 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 The Trafford Centre Bus Station23 / ...
4h 58m

Cardiff to Trafford Centre by train and tram

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3h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.6 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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 £45–85 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to The Trafford Centre Bus Station via Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 26m.

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