Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly train

Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly

Showing times and prices for Apr 02

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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

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01:45PMCardiff Central3h44 05:29PMManchester Piccadilly
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02:45PMCardiff Central3h44 06:29PMManchester Piccadilly
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03:45PMCardiff Central3h44 07:29PMManchester Piccadilly
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04:45PMCardiff Central3h44 08:29PMManchester Piccadilly
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Train schedule from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, April 2
CrossCountry
01:45PMCardiff Central3h44 05:29PMManchester Piccadilly
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Transport for Wales
01:51PMCardiff Central3h23 05:14PMManchester Piccadilly
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CrossCountry
02:45PMCardiff Central3h44 06:29PMManchester Piccadilly
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Transport for Wales
02:54PMCardiff Central3h17 06:11PMManchester Piccadilly
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CrossCountry
03:45PMCardiff Central3h44 07:29PMManchester Piccadilly
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Transport for Wales
04:00PMCardiff Central3h14 07:14PMManchester Piccadilly
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Transport for Wales
04:40PMCardiff Central3h31 08:11PMManchester Piccadilly
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CrossCountry
04:45PMCardiff Central3h44 08:29PMManchester Piccadilly
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CrossCountry
05:45PMCardiff Central3h44 09:29PMManchester Piccadilly
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Transport for Wales
05:55PMCardiff Central3h17 09:12PMManchester Piccadilly
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Transport for Wales
06:40PMCardiff Central3h34 10:14PMManchester Piccadilly
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CrossCountry
06:45PMCardiff Central3h44 10:29PMManchester Piccadilly
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CrossCountry
07:45PMCardiff Central3h43 11:28PMManchester Piccadilly
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CrossCountry
08:45PMCardiff Central10h44 07:29AMManchester Piccadilly
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Fastest train times from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly

Showing times and prices for Apr 02

Fastest Journey

3 h 14 m

Average

3 h 20 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

232 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Cardiff Central for Manchester Piccadilly every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Transport for Wales
04:00PMCardiff Central3h14 07:14PMManchester Piccadilly
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Transport for Wales
02:54PMCardiff Central3h17 06:11PMManchester Piccadilly
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721One-way
Transport for Wales
05:55PMCardiff Central3h17 09:12PMManchester Piccadilly
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721One-way
Transport for Wales
01:51PMCardiff Central3h23 05:14PMManchester Piccadilly
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721One-way
Transport for Wales
04:40PMCardiff Central3h31 08:11PMManchester Piccadilly
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721One-way

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Overview: Train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly

distanceDistance143 miles (231 km)
priceAverage train ticket price$36 (€31)
frequencyTrain frequency28 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 14 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesTransport for Wales, Cross Country or Avanti West Coast

Trains from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly cover the 143 miles (231 km) long route taking on average 3 h 45 min with our travel partners like Transport for Wales, Cross Country or Avanti West Coast. Normally, there are 28 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $1 (€1), but the average price of train tickets is $36 (€31). Travelers depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly.

Train providers: CrossCountry from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly trains

Travel to Manchester Piccadilly from Cardiff Central on CrossCountry trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

CrossCountry

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Cardiff Central and Manchester Piccadilly you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

    Travel Tips: Trains from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly

    Travel Tips: Travel by train to Manchester Piccadilly easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly.
    FAQs
    Looking to save money on your route? Omio customers have found the cheapest train between Cardiff Central and Manchester Piccadilly for the next 7 days starting from $1 (€1)  one way.
    The train price from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly is on average $36 (€31)  if you are looking to buy your tickets for this journey in the next 7 days.
    The train distance from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly is around 143 miles (231 km).
    On average the Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly train time is 3 h 45 min  covering the 143 mile (231 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

    Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Cardiff Central   and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly.

    The most popular departure train station with passengers for this journey, called Cardiff Central, is located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) from the city center of Cardiff Central.

    The most popular arrival train station, Manchester Piccadilly, is located 0.6 miles (954 m) away from the city center of Manchester Piccadilly.

    Take the Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly train with Transport for Wales, Cross Country or Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route between Cardiff Central and Manchester Piccadilly as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
    On average, there are 28 trains a day from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.
    You can take the first train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly at 4: 35 AM. The last train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly that you can take departs at 9: 45 PM. Omio shows you the latest train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly schedule to help you book the best departure time for this journey.
    If you buy a train ticket from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $36 (€31) one way. However, we recommend booking your train in advance to get access to the best prices. Train tickets from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly are generally on sale a few months before the planned departure date.

    Trains departing from Cardiff Central

    Distance from Cardiff Central to city center
    Distance from Cardiff Central to city center
    1.1 miles (1.8 km)
    Ticket Office Hours
    Ticket Office Hours
    Mon - Fri: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sat: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sun: 07: 30 - 21: 30
    How to get to this station?
    How to get to this station?
    Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
    Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
    Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
    Nearest Airport
    Nearest Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    14 miles (22 km)
    How to get to nearest airport?
    How to get to nearest airport?
    Take the Transport for Wales train from the station to Dinas Powys, then take the 304 bus directly to the airport. The journey takes about 1 hour in total.
    Amenities at station
    Wifi
    Wifi
    Free Wi-Fi in the station.
    ATM
    ATM
    Located outside of the main entrance.
    Taxi
    Taxi
    Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
    Parking
    Parking
    Opening Hours: Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 23: 59 | Sat: 06: 00 - 01: 30 Parking space: 388 Parking Pricing: €1. 00 for 2 hours | €2. 00 for 4 hours | €4. 00 for 1 day
    Shopping
    Shopping
    Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
    Dining
    Dining
    Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen | Pret a Manger | Tesco Express
    Car Rentals
    Car Rentals
    Avis | Enterprise | Europcar
    Information Desk
    Information Desk
    Helpline Contact: 03333 211202 | Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.

    Trains arriving to Manchester Piccadilly

    Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
    Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
    0.6 miles (954 m)
    Ticket Office Hours
    Ticket Office Hours
    Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30
    How to get to this station?
    How to get to this station?
    Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
    Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
    Nearest Airport
    Nearest Airport
    Manchester Airport
    8 miles (13 km)
    How to get to nearest airport?
    How to get to nearest airport?
    The airport can be reached by public transit in about 30 minutes via the Northern and TransPennine Express trains.
    Amenities at station
    Wifi
    Wifi
    Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
    ATM
    ATM
    There are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
    Lockers
    Lockers
    Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08: 00 to 21: 00.
    Parking
    Parking
    Opening Hours: 24/7 Parking space: 711 (including 35 handicapped spaces) Parking Pricing: £5. 00 for the first 2 hours | Up to £21. 00 per day
    Dining
    Dining
    Burger King | Caffè Nero | Carluccio’s | Hotel Chocolat | Starbucks | The Pasty Shop | Costa Coffee | Pret a Manger | Upper Crust | McDonald's | & more
    Car Rentals
    Car Rentals
    Hertz | Europcar
    Information Desk
    Information Desk
    Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

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