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Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central, starting from £ 26.10 and averaging £ 21.70. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 33m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Sat, Sep 6
    From £ 39.90
  • Sun, Sep 7
    From £ 47.90
  • Mon, Sep 8
    From £ 52.20
  • Tue, Sep 9
    From £ 26.10
  • Wed, Sep 10
    From £ 26.10
  • Thu, Sep 11
    From £ 26.10
  • Fri, Sep 12
    From £ 26.10
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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10:25
Manchester Piccadilly
14:17
Cardiff Central
3h 52m, No directCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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10:25
Manchester Piccadilly
14:25
Cardiff Central
4h, No directCrossCountry
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11:03
Manchester Piccadilly
14:36
Cardiff Central
3h 33m, No directCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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11:25
Manchester Piccadilly
15:25
Cardiff Central
4h, No directCrossCountry
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11:30
Manchester Piccadilly
16:45
Cardiff Central
5h 15m, No directTransport for Wales
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12:03
Manchester Piccadilly
15:59
Paris
3h 56m, No directCrossCountryTransport for Wales
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Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central train route details

First train
First train
05:11
Last train
Last train
23:13
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
3h 33m
Distance
Distance
232 km
Price
Price
£ 26.10*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

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

Travelling in off-peak train times

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 Central. 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

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%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 Central 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

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 Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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