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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Porth is to bus and line 124 bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Porth is to drive which takes 4h and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Porth?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Porth. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Pontypridd Road via Talbot Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Porth?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Porth. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Porth via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Manchester to Porth?

The distance between Manchester and Porth is 185 miles. The road distance is 169.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Porth without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Manchester to Porth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Porth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Porth train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Porth?

The best way to get from Manchester to Porth is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 124 bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 3m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Manchester to Porth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Porth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Porth?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Porth is 169 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Manchester to Porth.

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

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Where can I stay near Porth?

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Manchester to Porth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 124 bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 16m
£74–123
Bus, line 124 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Talbot Street to Pontypridd Roadbus 124
6h 3m
£39–90
Drive 168.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Porthcar 168.1 mi
4h
£41–60
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
6h 58m
£55–136
Train, line 124 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Pontypridd Roadbus 124
6h 15m
£91–150

Manchester to Porth by train

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Distance: 184.1 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Porth, 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 Central Coach Station to Pontypridd Road via Sophia Gardens and Talbot Street in around 6h 3m.

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