What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge is to bus via Birmingham which costs £21 - £50 and takes 7h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Whaley Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Railway Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Whaley Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Whaley Bridge via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge?

The distance between Cardiff and Whaley Bridge is 174 miles. The road distance is 173.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £45 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Whaley Bridge bus from?

Cardiff to Whaley Bridge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Whaley Bridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Cardiff to Whaley Bridge bus arrive?

Cardiff to Whaley Bridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Whaley Bridge train arrive?

Cardiff to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Whaley Bridge is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge?

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Where can I stay near Whaley Bridge?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to StockportCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 7m
£48–108
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The StationUk076 / ...
7h 18m
£22–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station120 / ...
6h 16m
£28–70
Drive 172.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Whaley Bridge172.5 mi
3h 17m
£43–63
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 43m
£81–208

Cardiff to Whaley Bridge by train

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4h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.3 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Whaley Bridge, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Stockport hourly. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Railway Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station in around 6h 16m.

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