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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Manchester to Wales

Composite routes from Manchester to Wales

Cheapest
3 h 26 min
Car
229 km.
from $12

Transport providers

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:
$21.74–$30.43

Train operators

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$70.65–$119.57

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Wales is to bus which costs $21.74 - $30.43 and takes 5h 55m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Wales?

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 Wales?

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 Wales?

The distance between Manchester and Wales is 271 km. The road distance is 302.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Wales 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 Wales?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Wales?

The best way to get from Manchester to Wales is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $70.65 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $30.43 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Manchester to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Wales is 302 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Manchester to Wales.

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

Book your Manchester to Wales train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Manchester to Wales bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 336+ hotels available in Wales. Prices start at $37.41 per night.
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