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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cardigan is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cardigan?

The distance between Manchester and Cardigan is 192 miles. The road distance is 165.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus via Shrewsbury which takes 6h 32m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Manchester to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cardigan bus from?

Manchester to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cardigan is to bus which takes 9h 41m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £110 - £200 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Manchester to Cardigan bus arrive?

Manchester to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cardigan is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Manchester to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 899+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Manchester to Cardigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

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

Train, bus via Shrewsbury
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
6h 32m
£60–105
Drive 164.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Cardigancar 164.7 mi
3h 43m
£42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
9h 41m
£44–107
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Finch Square Abus 460
7h 19m
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Fishguard & Goodwicktrain Manchester Piccadilly - Fishguard Harbour
7h 45m
£116–194

Manchester to Cardigan by train and bus

82Weekly Services

6h 32mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 190.5 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 9h 41m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Fishguard & Goodwick twice daily. Tickets cost £110–190 and the journey takes 5h 54m.

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