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How to Travel from

Cardiff to Bolton

by Plane, Rideshare or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$39.24–$202.52
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$31.64–$189.87

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$531.63–$2,151.82

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$63.29–$303.79

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Bristol Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$215.18–$531.63
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$164.55–$2,404.98
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$354.42

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$215.18–$531.63
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Thursday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$164.55–$2,404.98

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Kingsway GD to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$63.29
Train from Cardiff Central to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$215.18

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Cardiff Central to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$139.24

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bolton is to bus which costs $31.52 - $45.65 and takes 7h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bolton is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $59.78 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave and arriving at Bolton Interchange via Bristol Bus Station and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bolton?

The distance between Cardiff and Bolton is 289 km. The road distance is 319.9 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs $76.09 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Bolton?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Cardiff to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bolton bus from?

Cardiff to Bolton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bolton train from?

Cardiff to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Bolton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs $76.09 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $45.65 and takes 7h 14m, you could also fly, which costs $39.13 - $217.39 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bolton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Bolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bolton is 320 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Cardiff to Bolton.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Bolton?

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3168+ hotels available in Bolton. Prices start at $31.27 per night.
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