What is the cheapest way to get from Salford (Region) to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Salford (Region) to Cardiff is to bus via Half Edge Lane which costs £13 - £40 and takes 8h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salford (Region) to Cardiff?

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

Is there a direct bus between Salford (Region) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford (Region) to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Barton Road and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Salford (Region) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Salford (Region) to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Eccles (Manchester) and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Salford (Region) to Cardiff?

The distance between Salford (Region) and Cardiff is 174 miles. The road distance is 174.5 miles.

How do I travel from Salford (Region) to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Salford (Region) to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £45 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Salford (Region) to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Salford (Region) to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salford (Region) to Cardiff bus from?

Salford (Region) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Salford (Region) to Cardiff train from?

Salford (Region) to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Salford (Region) to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Salford (Region) to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £75 and takes 6h 54m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £190 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Salford (Region) to Cardiff bus arrive?

Salford (Region) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Salford (Region) to Cardiff train arrive?

Salford (Region) to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Salford (Region) to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford (Region) to Cardiff is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Salford (Region) to Cardiff.

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Salford (Region) to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Salford (Region) to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 19m
£47–96
Bus via Half Edge Lane
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall StUk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GDUk077 / ...
8h 28m
£13–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
6h 54m
£20–70
Drive 173.5 mi
1. Drive from Salford (Region) to Cardiff173.5 mi
3h 45m
£43–62
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)MAN - CWL
5h 45m
£67–186
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
5h 26m
£113–366

Salford (Region) to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 173 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Salford (Region), England and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barton Road to Sophia Gardens via St Peter's Square, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 54m.

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