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Manchester to South Wales

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317 km.
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317 km.
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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:
$40.50–$164.55
Plane from Ringway Airport to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$31.64–$177.21

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Ringway Airport to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
4h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$506.31–$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–$291.13

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
4h 43m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$518.97

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.04–$139.24

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$62.02

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$37.97–$69.62
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$62.02–$151.89
Train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52

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–$126.58
Train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbach
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$16.46

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Kingsway
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.05–$35.44

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to South Wales is to bus which costs $30.43 - $43.48 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to South Wales is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and South Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Glenboi Cemetery via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Cwmbach via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Manchester to South Wales?

The distance between Manchester and South Wales is 306 km. The road distance is 312.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to South Wales without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $76.09 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Manchester to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to South Wales bus from?

Manchester to South Wales bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to South Wales train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to South Wales?

The best way to get from Manchester to South Wales is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $76.09 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $43.48 and takes 7h 32m, you could also fly, which costs $43.48 - $206.52 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Manchester to South Wales bus arrive?

Manchester to South Wales bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Manchester to South Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to South Wales is 313 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Manchester to South Wales.

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

Book your Manchester to South Wales train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near South Wales?

There are 448+ hotels available in South Wales. Prices start at $49.04 per night.
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