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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Castle is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Castle is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cardiff Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Cardiff Castle. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Cardiff Castle?

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 to Cardiff Castle?

The distance between Manchester and Cardiff Castle is 170 miles. The road distance is 171.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Castle without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £65 - £120.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Cardiff Castle?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Castle is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Manchester to Cardiff Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Cardiff Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Cardiff Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cardiff Castle is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Manchester to Cardiff Castle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Castle?

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Manchester to Cardiff Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Cardiff Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 25m
£65–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
5h 50m
£27–52
Drive 170.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cardiff Castlecar 170.9 mi
3h 51m
£42–60
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 30m
£84–147

Manchester to Cardiff Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 169.3 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Cardiff Castle via Bus Station and Sophia Gardens in around 5h 50m.

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