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 £23 - £45 and takes 6h 32m.

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 36m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Penarth?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Penarth. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

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 Penarth via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Manchester to Penarth?

The distance between Manchester and Penarth is 173 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 36m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m 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 FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 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 36m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Manchester to Penarth bus arrive?

Manchester to Penarth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus 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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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Penarth?

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Where can I stay near Penarth?

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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 36m
£68–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 32m
£24–41
Drive 174.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Penarthcar 174.5 mi
3h 58m
£43–63
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 40m
£80–134

Manchester to Penarth by train

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Distance: 172.2 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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 £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Dingle Road via Bristol Bus Station, Cardiff North Road, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 32m.

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