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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Caerphilly is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Caerphilly is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £50 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Bus Station and Queensway Q5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Caerphilly via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Manchester to Caerphilly?

The distance between Manchester and Caerphilly is 177 miles. The road distance is 167.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Caerphilly without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Manchester to Caerphilly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Caerphilly bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Caerphilly train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Caerphilly?

The best way to get from Manchester to Caerphilly is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Manchester to Caerphilly bus arrive?

Manchester to Caerphilly bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Caerphilly train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Caerphilly?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Caerphilly is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Manchester to Caerphilly.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Caerphilly?

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Where can I stay near Caerphilly?

There are 1675+ hotels available in Caerphilly.

Manchester to Caerphilly - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Caerphilly 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 41m
£54–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus StationUk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queensway Q1Uk940 / ...
6h 34m
£16–36
Drive 166.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Caerphilly166.8 mi
3h 48m
£41–59
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 31m
£65–162

Manchester to Caerphilly by train

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Distance: 176.4 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–95 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Bus Station and Queensway Q5 in around 6h 34m.

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