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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Walkden is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Walkden is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Walkden?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Walkden. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Walkden Road via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Salford Crescent Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Walkden?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Walkden. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Walkden via Crewe and Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Walkden?

The distance between Cardiff and Walkden is 178 miles. The road distance is 173.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Walkden without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Cardiff to Walkden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Walkden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Walkden train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Walkden?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Walkden is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Cardiff to Walkden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Walkden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Walkden?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Walkden is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Cardiff to Walkden.

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

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Where can I stay near Walkden?

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Cardiff to Walkden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 23 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Walkden 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 PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 11m
£45–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
6h 30m
£14–38
Drive 172.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Walkden172.5 mi
3h 41m
£43–62
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North WesternRugby - Wigan North Western / ...
4h 49m
£58–87
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 / ...
6h

Cardiff to Walkden by train, foot, and bus

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 177.1 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Walkden, 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 Walkden Road via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Salford Crescent Rail Station in around 6h 30m.

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