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Cardiff to Manchester
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- Prices shown from Cardiff to Manchester are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Cardiff to Manchester
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester costs only NZD 37 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 3h 49m by Trains. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Fastest
Average price
NZD 67
Average duration
3h 49m
Departure time
10:18 - 15:29
Direct options
Buses
Cheapest
Average price
NZD 37
Average duration
5h 50m
Departure time
06:10 - 22:50
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Manchester?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Cardiff to Manchester?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Cardiff to Manchester is Tuesday, with an average price of NZD 67.
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What is the cheapest day to travel from Cardiff to Manchester by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Cardiff to Manchester is Monday, with an average price of NZD 37.
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From Cardiff to Manchester: Travel Information
Companies operating from Cardiff to Manchester
Find stations and airports near Cardiff and Manchester
Popular train stations near Cardiff
Cardiff Queen Street
Cathays
Cardiff Central
Cardiff Bay
Grangetown (Cardiff)
Popular train stations near Manchester
Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester Oxford Road
New Islington (Metrolink)
Manchester Central Zone
Ardwick
Popular airports near Cardiff
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
Nearby
Popular airports near Manchester
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
Nearby
Popular bus stations near Cardiff
Cardiff Gorsedd Gardens Road
Cardiff Boulevard De Nantes
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Cardiff North Rd
Cardiff Castle Street
Popular bus stations near Manchester
Manchester Central Coach Station
Manchester Chorlton St
Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
Manchester Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Manchester Shudehill Bus Stop NN
FAQ – How to Get from Cardiff to Manchester
How far is it from Cardiff to Manchester?
The distance from Cardiff to Manchester is about 229km (142 mi).How to get from Cardiff to Manchester?
There are 3 modes of transport available from Cardiff to Manchester, including Flights Trains Buses.What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester?
The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester is by Trains, with an average journey time of 3h 49m. Other modes of transport take longer: Buses takes on average 5h 50m.What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester?
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester is by Buses, with an average price of NZD 37. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around NZD 67 on avergae.Flights costs around NZD 420 on average.Where do trips from Cardiff to Manchester usually depart and arrive?
Travellers typically choose the following departure and arrival points from Cardiff to Manchester: Flights usually departs from Cardiff Airport and arrives at Manchester Airport Trains usually departs from Cardiff Queen Street and arrives at Manchester Piccadilly Buses usually departs from Cardiff Gorsedd Gardens Road and arrives at Manchester Central Coach Station .When is the cheapest time to buy tickets from Cardiff to Manchester?
Train, bus, and flight schedules may vary depending on the season or day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: flights from Cardiff to Manchester are usually cheapest Tuesday, with an average fare of NZD 67 flights from Cardiff to Manchester are usually cheapest Monday, with an average fare of NZD 37 .Is there a time difference between Cardiff and Manchester?
The time difference between Cardiff and Manchester is 0m.