What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff is to bus which costs £11 - £45 and takes 5h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Victoria and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Kingsway GD via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Victoria and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff?

The distance between Manchester Victoria and Cardiff is 171 miles. The road distance is 171.8 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff?

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central takes 3h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester Victoria to Cardiff bus from?

Manchester Victoria to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester Victoria to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £45 and takes 5h 33m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £190 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Manchester Victoria to Cardiff bus arrive?

Manchester Victoria to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Manchester Victoria and Cardiff?

Cardiff is 1h behind Manchester Victoria. It is currently 1:50 PM in Manchester Victoria and 12:50 PM in Cardiff.

Where does the Manchester Victoria to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester Victoria to Cardiff is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff?

Book your Manchester Victoria to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1565+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Manchester Victoria to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 31m
£45–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940 / ...
5h 33m
£12–41
Drive 170.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester Victoria to Cardiff170.8 mi
3h 50m
£42–61
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)MAN - CWL
5h 38m
£67–183
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New StreetManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 56m
£41–163

Manchester Victoria to Cardiff by foot and train

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Distance: 169.6 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Manchester Victoria, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Manchester Victoria to Kingsway GD via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 5h 33m.

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