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 £17 - £24 and takes 7h 28m.

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 41m 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 Kingsway GD via Salford Crescent Rail Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

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 12m.

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 12m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m 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 FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange 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 12m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £11 - £60 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Swinton to Cardiff bus arrive?

Swinton to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus 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 41m to drive from Swinton to Cardiff.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Swinton 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 12m
£47–91
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
6h 31m
£12–58
Drive 172 mi
1. Drive from Swinton to Cardiff172 mi
3h 41m
£44–63
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 36m
£71–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Kingsway GDM19
7h 28m
£17–24

Swinton to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 173.1 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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 £45–85 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leinster Road to Kingsway GD via Salford Crescent Rail Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 6h 31m.

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