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How to Travel from

Manchester Airport to Cardiff Airport

by Plane, Rideshare or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Vueling Airlines

Website:
vueling.com/
Plane from Liverpool to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$39.24–$164.55

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$31.64–$177.21
Plane from Liverpool to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$39.24–$164.55

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Ringway Airport to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
4h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$506.31–$2,151.82
Plane from Liverpool to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$607.57

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Liverpool to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$329.10

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Liverpool to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$265.81–$949.33

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$30.38

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

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$36.71

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 Kingsway
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

First South & West Wales

Phone:
+44 1792 57 22 55
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/south-west-wales
Bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) is to bus which costs $22.83 - $31.52 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester Airport (MAN) station to Cardiff Airport (CWL). However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport The Station and arriving at Cardiff Airport via Kingsway GR and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

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

The distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Cardiff Airport (CWL) is 230 km. The road distance is 311.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) without a car is to train and line 304 bus which takes 5h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to fly from Ringway Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL), including transfers and time at the airport.

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

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

Bus or fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)?

The best way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $27.17 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $31.52 and takes 7h 38m.

How long is the flight from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)?

There is no direct flight from Ringway Airport Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport Airport. The quickest flight takes 3h 55m and has one stopover.

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

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) is 312 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL).

Which airlines fly from Ringway Airport Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport Airport?

easyJet, Ryanair and KLM offer flights from Ringway Airport Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Airport (CWL)?

There are 1188+ hotels available in Cardiff Airport (CWL). Prices start at $54.63 per night.
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