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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Penarth is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Penarth is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £70 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Penarth?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Penarth. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Albert Road via Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Penarth?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Penarth. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Manchester to Penarth?

The distance between Manchester and Penarth is 174 miles. The road distance is 175.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Penarth without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Manchester to Penarth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Penarth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Penarth train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Penarth?

The best way to get from Manchester to Penarth is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Manchester to Penarth bus arrive?

Manchester to Penarth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Manchester to Penarth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Penarth?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Penarth is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Manchester to Penarth.

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

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Where can I stay near Penarth?

There are 1671+ hotels available in Penarth.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Penarth 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 40m
£71–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
4h 50m
£34–85
Drive 174.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Penarthcar 174.5 mi
3h 58m
£43–62
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 44m
£87–148

Manchester to Penarth by train and bus

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Distance: 172.7 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, 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, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once daily. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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