What is the cheapest way to get from Prestwich to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Prestwich to Cardiff is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Prestwich to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Prestwich to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwich and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwich to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Longfield Centre and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwich and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwich to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Prestwich and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Prestwich to Cardiff?

The distance between Prestwich and Cardiff is 175 miles. The road distance is 178.1 miles.

How do I travel from Prestwich to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Prestwich to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Prestwich to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Prestwich to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwich to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwich to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwich to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Prestwich to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Prestwich to Cardiff bus arrive?

Prestwich to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Prestwich to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwich to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwich to Cardiff is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Prestwich to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 861+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Prestwich to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Prestwich to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 26m
£62–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
7h 1m
£38–92
Drive 177.1 mi
1. Drive from Prestwich to Cardiffcar 177.1 mi
3h 45m
£43–62
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 31m
£125–366
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 / ...
5h 1m
£86–143

Prestwich to Cardiff by tram and train

103Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.8 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Prestwich, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Longfield Centre to Sophia Gardens via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 1m.

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