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 £30 - £90 and takes 6h 4m.

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 43m 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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Leigh and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Leigh to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

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 58m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m 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.

Where do I catch the Leigh to Cardiff train from?

Leigh to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train or bus from Leigh to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Leigh to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Leigh to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leigh to Cardiff train arrive?

Leigh to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Leigh to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Leigh to Cardiff is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Leigh to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1723+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Leigh to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 58m
£70–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
6h 4m
£32–87
Drive 168 mi
1. Drive from Leigh to Cardiffcar 168 mi
3h 43m
£42–60
Line 35 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station 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 Worcester
1. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to Charlotte Streetbus 35
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Worcestershire Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Worcestershire Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 57m
£97–152

Leigh to Cardiff by bus and train

119Weekly Services

4h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.1 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Leigh Bus Station to Cardiff Central via Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Crewe in around 4h 58m. 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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