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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 RUB 2,050.82, with average prices for this route around RUB 2,050.82.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
15:30 3h 54m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	19:24 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
16:30 3h 54m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	20:24 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
17:30 3h 54m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	21:24 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
18:30 3h 55m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	22:25 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
19:30 4h 6m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	23:36 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
20:30 10h 6m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	06:36 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay train route details

First train

05:11

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Cardiff Bay

Journey time

3h 36m

Distance

233 km

Price

RUB 2,050.82*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, Transport for Wales

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

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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.

Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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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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