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How to Travel from

Manchester Airport to Cardiff

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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

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Ringway Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$518.97
Plane from Ringway Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$60.76–$354.42

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

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:
$25.32–$62.02
Train from London Paddington to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$94.93–$215.18

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Manchester Airport Bus Station to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Cross Country

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

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Wilmslow to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$120.25

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Manchester Airport The Station to University
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff is to bus which costs $20.65 - $29.35 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Airport The Station station and arriving at University RE. Services depart four times a week, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport and arriving at Cardiff Central via Wilmslow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff?

The distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Cardiff is 259 km. The road distance is 289.9 km.

How do I travel from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs $65.22 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff bus from?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Manchester Airport The Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff train from?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Wilmslow station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs $65.22 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20.65 - $29.35 and takes 5h 15m, you could also fly, which costs $30.43 - $173.91 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff bus arrive?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff is 290 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff?

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