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

The cheapest way to get from Irlam to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irlam to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Irlam and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Irlam to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Lathom Road and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Irlam and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Irlam to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Irlam and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Irlam to Cardiff?

The distance between Irlam and Cardiff is 179 miles. The road distance is 167.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irlam to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Irlam to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irlam to Cardiff bus from?

Irlam to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Irlam to Cardiff train from?

Irlam to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Irlam to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Irlam to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Irlam to Cardiff bus arrive?

Irlam to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Irlam to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irlam to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Irlam to Cardiff is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Irlam to Cardiff.

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

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Irlam to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, line 67 bus, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Irlam to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 18m
£68–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
6h 27m
£32–87
Line 67 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lathom Road to Shudehill Interchangebus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 20m
£65–96
Drive 166.3 mi
1. Drive from Irlam to Cardiffcar 166.3 mi
3h 35m
£41–59
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 17m
£68–182
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 30m
£137–419
Fly to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 43m
£124–264

Irlam to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 177.7 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Irlam, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once daily. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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