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Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly, starting from SEK 465.24 and averaging SEK 230.66. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 20m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Mon, Sep 1
From SEK 813.21
Tue, Sep 2
From SEK 536.62
Wed, Sep 3
From SEK 591.43
Thu, Sep 4
From SEK 591.43
Fri, Sep 5
From SEK 591.43
Sat, Sep 6
From SEK 465.24
Sun, Sep 7
From SEK 662.80

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
10:18 Cardiff Central	13:59 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 41m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:53 Cardiff Central	14:13 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 20m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:18 Cardiff Central	14:59 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 41m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:53 Cardiff Central	15:13 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 20m, Direct	Find Tickets
12:18 Cardiff Central	15:59 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 41m, No direct	Find Tickets
12:53 Cardiff Central	16:13 Paris	3h 20m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

First train

04:32

Last train

22:21

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

3h 20m

Distance

232 km

Price

SEK 465.24*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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