Trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central from $25.70*

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central from $25.70*

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Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $25.70, with average prices for this route around $83.67.

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

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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13:30
Manchester Piccadilly
16:56
Cardiff Central
3h 26m, DirectTransport for Wales
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14:03
Manchester Piccadilly
17:37
Cardiff Central
3h 34m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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14:30
Manchester Piccadilly
17:42
Cardiff Central
3h 12m, DirectTransport for Wales
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15:03
Manchester Piccadilly
18:37
Cardiff Central
3h 34m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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15:25
Manchester Piccadilly
19:28
Cardiff Central
4h 3m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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15:30
Manchester Piccadilly
18:56
Paris
3h 26m, DirectTransport for Wales
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Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

The Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central train ticket is from $25.70. The average travel time is 3h 12m, covering a distance of approximately 232 mile. There are usually 29 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
21:30
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 12m
Distance
Distance
232 mile
Price
Price
$25.70*

Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff Central

Trains running from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central will typically take around at least 3h 12m and there is approximately 29 train running everyday.

Book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central

Finding cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

One of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets is to book in advance. Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups of travelers, 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%

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.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.