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How to Travel from

Manchester to Cardiff Central Station

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$39.24–$202.52
Plane from Ringway Airport to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$31.64–$189.87

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Ringway Airport to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
4h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$531.63–$2,151.82

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$63.29–$303.79

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
4h 43m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$215.18–$531.63

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$13.92

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Kingsway
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$63.29

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$139.24

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station is to bus which costs $21.74 - $31.52 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $70.65 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Kingsway GD. Services depart three times a week, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station?

The distance between Manchester and Cardiff Central Station is 271 km. The road distance is 302.8 km.

How do I travel from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $70.65 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station?

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central takes 3h 11m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cardiff Central Station bus from?

Manchester to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cardiff Central Station train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $70.65 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs $32.61 - $45.65 and takes 5h 41m, you could also fly, which costs $34.78 - $206.52 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Manchester to Cardiff Central Station bus arrive?

Manchester to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Cardiff Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cardiff Central Station is 303 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station?

Book your Manchester to Cardiff Central Station train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Cardiff Central Station?

Book your Manchester to Cardiff Central Station bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Central Station?

There are 1285+ hotels available in Cardiff Central Station. Prices start at $56.47 per night.
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