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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cardiff Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Cardiff Airport. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Cardiff Airport via Bus Station, Kingsway GR and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cardiff Airport?

The distance between Manchester and Cardiff Airport is 187 miles. The road distance is 183.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport without a car is to train and line 304 bus which takes 5h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Manchester to Cardiff Airport?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport is to bus and line 304 bus which takes 7h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £180 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Manchester to Cardiff Airport bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Cardiff Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cardiff Airport is 183 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Manchester to Cardiff Airport.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Airport?

There are 1567+ hotels available in Cardiff Airport.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Cardiff Airport?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester and Cardiff Airport. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Manchester to Cardiff Airport - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 304 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Cardiff Airport by train, bus, rideshare, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 304 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Cardiff Airport304
5h 6m
Drive 182.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Cardiff Airport182.2 mi
4h 11m
£45–65
Bus, line 304 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Cardiff Airport304
7h 35m
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Cardiff-CWL182.2 mi
4h 11m
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)MAN - CWL
4h 59m
£62–176
Train, line 304 bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Cardiff Airport304
6h 9m

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) flights

19Weekly Planes

4h 16mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.7 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Cardiff Airport via Bus Station, Kingsway GD, Kingsway GR, Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 12, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, Ryanair, KLM, and two other airlines fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) 3 times a day.

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