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

The cheapest way to get from Leigh to Cardiff is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leigh to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Leigh and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Leigh station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Leigh Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Leigh to Cardiff?

The distance between Leigh and Cardiff is 182 miles. The road distance is 169 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leigh to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Leigh to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leigh to Cardiff bus from?

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

Train or bus from Leigh to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Leigh to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Leigh to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leigh to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Leigh to Cardiff is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Leigh to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1681+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Leigh to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 35 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Leigh to Cardiff 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 Wigan North Western to Crewetrain Preston - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 56m
£64–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
7h 20m
£38–92
Drive 168 mi
1. Drive from Leigh to Cardiffcar 168 mi
3h 42m
£42–60
Line 35 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leigh Town Hall to Charlotte Streetbus 35
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 23m
£67–122
Line 35 bus, train via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Leigh Town Hall to Charlotte Streetbus 35
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 19m
£101–150

Leigh to Cardiff by bus and train

116Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Leigh to Cardiff.

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Distance: 180.7 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Leigh, Wigan, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a bus from Leigh Town Hall to Cardiff Central via College Avenue, Wigan North Western, and Crewe in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leigh Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via St Peter's Square, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 20m.

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