What is the cheapest way to get from Wales to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Manchester is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wales to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Wales to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station station. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Wales to Manchester?

The distance between Wales and Manchester is 170 miles. The road distance is 171.8 miles.

How do I travel from Wales to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Wales to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Wales to Manchester?

The train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly takes 3h 18m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wales to Manchester bus from?

Wales to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to Manchester?

The best way to get from Wales to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Wales to Manchester bus arrive?

Wales to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Wales to Manchester train arrive?

Wales to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wales to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Manchester is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Wales to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Wales to Manchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Wales to Manchester?

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Wales to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Wales to Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 18m
£65–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
4h 10m
£30–85
Drive 170.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Manchestercar 170.8 mi
3h 52m
£42–61
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain
3. Take the train from Stafford to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3h 51m
£87–151

Wales to Manchester by train

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Distance: 168.6 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Wales and Manchester, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Station once a week. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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