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

The cheapest way to get from Stockport to Cardiff is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stockport to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Stockport and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stockport and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Stockport to Cardiff?

The distance between Stockport and Cardiff is 164 miles. The road distance is 178.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stockport to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £60 - £90.

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

The train from Stockport to Cardiff Central takes 3h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Stockport to Cardiff train from?

Stockport to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Stockport station.

Train or fly from Stockport to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Stockport to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £60 - £90. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £50 - £360 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Stockport to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stockport to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Stockport to Cardiff is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Stockport to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Stockport to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Stockport to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Stockport to Cardiff by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stockport to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 3m
£60–90
Drive 177.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stockport to Cardiffcar 177.5 mi
3h 23m
£44–64
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
5h 51m
£54–351
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Stockport to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 6m
£79–237

Stockport to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Stockport to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Alternatively, Ryanair, KLM, and Aer Lingus fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) 3 times a day.

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