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Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AED 89.95, with average prices for this route around AED 89.95.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly	09:06 Cardiff Bay	3h 55m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly	09:21 Cardiff Bay	4h 10m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:27 Manchester Piccadilly	10:10 Cardiff Bay	3h 43m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:30 Manchester Piccadilly	11:10 Cardiff Bay	3h 40m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:30 Manchester Piccadilly	11:55 Cardiff Bay	3h 25m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:03 Manchester Piccadilly	12:55 Paris	3h 52m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay train route details

First train

00:24

Last train

22:03

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Cardiff Bay

Journey time

3h 25m

Distance

233 km

Price

AED 89.95*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

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

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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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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