Trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central from $24.83*

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central from $24.83*

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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 $24.83 and averaging $81.51. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 5m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:11
Manchester Piccadilly
08:57
Cardiff Central
3h 46m, Changes requiredCrossCountryTransport for Wales
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05:11
Manchester Piccadilly
09:26
Cardiff Central
4h 15m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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06:27
Manchester Piccadilly
09:59
Cardiff Central
3h 32m, DirectTransport for Wales
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07:25
Manchester Piccadilly
11:25
Cardiff Central
4h 0m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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07:30
Manchester Piccadilly
10:53
Cardiff Central
3h 23m, DirectTransport for Wales
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08:03
Manchester Piccadilly
11:37
Paris
3h 34m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

The Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central train ticket is from $24.83. The average travel time is 3h 5m, covering a distance of approximately 232 mile. There are usually 37 daily trains provided by CrossCountry,Transport for Wales,Great Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:11
Last train
Last train
22:33
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 5m
Distance
Distance
232 mile
Price
Price
$24.83*

Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff Central

With a journey time as short as 3h 5m, you can reach Cardiff Central from Manchester Piccadilly, with an average of 37 train per day.

Book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, there's good news for you! You can take advantage of group travel discounts that are offered by many train companies. These discounts can save you up to 1/3 on off-peak fares, making your journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central more affordable. Whether you're traveling with your family, friends, or colleagues, the group save options make it easier for everyone to enjoy the benefits of discounted fares while embarking on a memorable trip together.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

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