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Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Manchester

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Overview Cardiff → Manchester

The bus route from Cardiff to Manchester covers a distance of 304 km, with an average travel duration of 8 hours and 53 minutes. There are 12 buses operating daily, with the first bus leaving at 08:05 and the last at 16:05. The cheapest ticket price is 113.02 EUR, and there are no direct buses on this route. The fastest journey time is 6 hours and 15 minutes.

304 km
Distance
$ 113
Cheapest ticket price
0
Direct buses
8 h 53 min
Average bus duration
6 h 15 min
Fastest bus
12
Buses per day
08:05
First bus
16:05
Last bus

Cheapest alternative travel options:

Plane — from $116
Train — from $16

Popular Bus Stations from Cardiff to Manchester

Cardiff Castle Street - CF10 1BS, Kingsway Show on map
Cardiff

How to get there

The bus stop is located on Castle St.Cardiff (Castle), NEW STOPS from 27 April 2020 on Kingsway (to Bristol Airport & London: Stop GB; or, from London & Bristol Airport: Stop GR)

Contacts

Cardiff, CF10 1BS, Kingsway
51.4822400, -3.1795200
Cardiff Kingsway Stop GB - CF10 3AH, North Rd Show on map
Cardiff

How to get there

The bus stop is located on North Rd, near to "Northgate House Apartments Student Accommodation".

Contacts

Cardiff, CF10 3AH, North Rd
51.4825330, -3.1795550
Cardiff Kingsway Stop GC - CF10 3HH, North Rd Show on map
Cardiff

How to get there

The bus stop is located on North Rd, opposite to Hilton Cardiff hotel.

Contacts

Cardiff, CF10 3HH, North Rd
51.4829670, -3.1796622
Cardiff North Road - CF10 3HH, North Road 330 Show on map
Cardiff

How to get there

The bus stop is located at the intersection between North Rd and Kingsway, next to the Friary Gardens.

Contacts

Cardiff, CF10 3HH, North Road 330
51.4832800, -3.1794200
Cardiff North Rd - CF10, North Rd Show on map
Cardiff

Contacts

Cardiff, CF10, North Rd
51.4834960, -3.1795090
Cardiff Central Square - CF10 1EP, Central Square Show on map
Cardiff

Contacts

Cardiff, CF10 1EP, Central Square
51.4761200, -3.1792200
Cardiff Kingsway Stop GQ - CF10 3AN, Kingsway Show on map
Cardiff

How to get there

The bus stop is located on Kingsway, close to the cross with A4161.

Contacts

Cardiff, CF10 3AN, Kingsway
51.4840160, -3.1787431

Bus Companies

Found: 2
megabus
Address: Buchanan Bus station, Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW
National Express
Address: Birmingham Coach Station, Mill Lane, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
megabus
Buchanan Bus station, Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW
+44 141 352 4444
+44 141 352 4444
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FAQ’s

Bus from Cardiff to Manchester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling on the route from Cardiff to Manchester (bus). From travel times and ticket prices to direct routes, first and last departures, as well as information about the departure and arrival bus stations. This guide will help you plan your trip quickly, conveniently, and without any hassle.

What is the distance between Cardiff and Manchester?

The distance is 304 km.

How long does the bus journey from Cardiff to Manchester take?

The average bus duration is 8 hours and 53 minutes, with the fastest bus taking 6 hours and 15 minutes.

How many buses operate daily on this route?

There are 12 buses per day from Cardiff to Manchester.

Are there any direct buses from Cardiff to Manchester?

No, there are no direct buses on this route.

What is the cheapest ticket price for this route?

The cheapest ticket price is 113.02 EUR.

What time does the first bus leave Cardiff?

The first bus departs at 08:05.

What time does the last bus leave Cardiff?

The last bus departs at 16:05.

What are the luggage allowances for this bus route?

Typically, you can bring 1 suitcase and 1 piece of hand luggage, but this may vary by carrier and fare.

Is Wi-Fi available on the buses from Cardiff to Manchester?

Wi-Fi availability depends on the bus class, which is shown during the booking process.
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