Trains from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly from $25.68*

Trains from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly from $25.68*

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Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $25.68, with average prices for this route around $83.62. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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04:35
Cardiff Central
08:13
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 38m, DirectTransport for Wales
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05:38
Cardiff Central
09:15
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 37m, DirectTransport for Wales
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05:54
Cardiff Central
09:44
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 50m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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06:23
Cardiff Central
09:59
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 36m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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06:35
Cardiff Central
10:15
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 40m, DirectTransport for Wales
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06:40
Cardiff Central
10:29
Paris
3h 49m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

The Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket is from $25.68. The average travel time is 3h 19m, covering a distance of approximately 232 mile. There are usually 42 daily trains provided by CrossCountry,Transport for Wales,Great Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
04:35
Last train
Last train
21:55
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
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Journey time
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3h 19m
Distance
Distance
232 mile
Price
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$25.68*

Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly Train Travel Guide

Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Manchester Piccadilly

Every day, up to 42 train depart from Cardiff and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly, with the shortest journey taking 3h 19m minutes.

Book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly

Finding cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, there's good news for you! You can take advantage of group travel discounts that are offered by many train companies. These discounts can save you up to 1/3 on off-peak fares, making your journey from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable. Whether you're traveling with your family, friends, or colleagues, the group save options make it easier for everyone to enjoy the benefits of discounted fares while embarking on a memorable trip together.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

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