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

The cheapest way to get from Widnes to Cardiff is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Widnes to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Widnes and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Widnes to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Widnes to Cardiff?

The distance between Widnes and Cardiff is 161 miles. The road distance is 159 miles.

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

The best way to get from Widnes to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Widnes to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Widnes to Cardiff train from?

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

Where does the Widnes to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Widnes to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Widnes to Cardiff is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Widnes to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 39m
£38–130
Train via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 10m
£31–170
Drive 158.1 mi
1. Drive from Widnes to Cardiffcar 158.1 mi
3h 27m
£38–55
Fly, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 24m
£53–137

Widnes to Cardiff by train

122Weekly Trains

3h 39mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.4 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Crewe to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £30–110 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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