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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ulverston is to bus and train via Manchester which costs £30 - £110 and takes 8h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ulverston is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ulverston?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Ulverston. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ulverston via Crewe and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ulverston?

The distance between Cardiff and Ulverston is 236 miles. The road distance is 245.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ulverston without a car is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Cardiff to Ulverston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ulverston train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Ulverston train arrive?

Cardiff to Ulverston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ulverston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ulverston is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Cardiff to Ulverston.

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

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Where can I stay near Ulverston?

There are 2477+ hotels available in Ulverston.

Cardiff to Ulverston - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Ulverston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Lancaster
3. Take the train from Lancaster to Ulverston
5h 43m
£57–129
Bus, train via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Ulverston
8h 57m
£33–105
Drive 244.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ulverston244.2 mi
4h 56m
£61–87
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Ulverston
7h 18m
£123–379
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to UlverstonManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
5h 58m
£63–126
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
3. Take the train from Lancaster to Ulverston
9h 11m
£43–104
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancaster
5. Take the train from Lancaster to Ulverston
7h 58m
£77–257
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancaster
4. Take the train from Lancaster to Ulverston
7h 32m
£70–220

Cardiff to Ulverston by train

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5h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 234.5 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

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You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Ulverston via Crewe and Lancaster in around 5h 43m.

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