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

The cheapest way to get from Swinton to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swinton to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Swinton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Swinton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Leinster Road and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Swinton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Swinton 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 14m.

How far is it from Swinton to Cardiff?

The distance between Swinton and Cardiff is 174 miles. The road distance is 173 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swinton to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Swinton to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swinton to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swinton to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Swinton to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Swinton to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Swinton to Cardiff bus arrive?

Swinton to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Swinton to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swinton to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Swinton to Cardiff is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Swinton to Cardiff.

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

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Swinton to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Swinton to Cardiff 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 / ...
4h 14m
£67–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
5h 36m
£32–87
Drive 172 mi
1. Drive from Swinton to Cardiffcar 172 mi
3h 43m
£43–61
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 42m
£88–146

Swinton to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 173.1 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Swinton, Salford, England and Cardiff, 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, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once daily. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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