What is the cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Manchester is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardigan to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Cardigan to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardigan and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardigan to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Synod Inn and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cardigan and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Cardigan to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Clunderwen and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Cardigan to Manchester?

The distance between Cardigan and Manchester is 183 miles. The road distance is 165.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardigan to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Manchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 4m and costs £120 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Cardigan to Manchester?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Cardigan to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Manchester bus from?

Cardigan to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Manchester train from?

Cardigan to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Clunderwen station.

Train or bus from Cardigan to Manchester?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Manchester is to bus which takes 8h 56m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can train via Cardiff, which costs £170 - £260 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Cardigan to Manchester bus arrive?

Cardigan to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardigan to Manchester train arrive?

Cardigan to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Cardigan to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardigan to Manchester is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Cardigan to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardigan to Manchester by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Synod Inn to Park Avenuebus T1x
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 4m
£124–169
Drive 164.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardigan to Manchestercar 164.6 mi
3h 45m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
8h 56m
£109–148
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Clunderwen to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 49m
£174–255
Train
1. Take the train from Fishguard Harbour to Manchester Piccadillytrain Fishguard Harbour - Manchester Piccadilly
6h 49m
£187–269

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Map of how to get from Cardigan to Manchester.

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Distance: 182.4 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Cardigan, Wales and Manchester, England?

You can take a vehicle from Cardigan to Manchester Central Coach Station via Synod Inn, Park Avenue, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cardigan to Manchester Piccadilly via Clunderwen and Cardiff Central in around 6h 49m.

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