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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff University to University Of Manchester

Composite routes from Cardiff University to University Of Manchester

Cheapest
3 h 16 min
Car
300 km.
from $16
Other
6 h 39 min
230 km.
from $55.28
6 h 4 min
Train, Plane
230 km.
from $108.60

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:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Sunday
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

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
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
Email:
service@flixbus.com
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

Email:
enquiries@megabus.com
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
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$63.29

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
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 University to University of Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff University to University of Manchester is to night bus which costs $21.74 - $30.43 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff University to University of Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff University to University of Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff University and University of Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff University to University of Manchester. However, there are services departing from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave and arriving at University Shopping Centre via Bristol Bus Station and Hanover Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff University and University of Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff University to University of Manchester?

The distance between Cardiff University and University of Manchester is 274 km. The road distance is 300.4 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff University to University of Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff University to University of Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs $70.65 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff University to University of Manchester?

The train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly takes 3h 18m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff University to University of Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff University to University of Manchester train from?

Cardiff University to University of Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff University to University of Manchester?

The best way to get from Cardiff University to University of Manchester is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs $70.65 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $45.65 and takes 6h 39m, you could also fly, which costs $36.96 - $206.52 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Cardiff University to University of Manchester bus arrive?

Cardiff University to University of Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff University to University of Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff University to University of Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff University to University of Manchester is 300 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Cardiff University to University of Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff University to University of Manchester?

Book your Cardiff University to University of Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near University of Manchester?

There are 3198+ hotels available in University of Manchester. Prices start at $31.27 per night.
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