Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train from $9 (€8) with Transport for Wales

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Showing times and prices for Oct 13

Cheapest

$92

Average

$118

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

05:41PM4h16

Manchester Airport (MIA)

09:57PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$921One-way

0 transfers

01:41PM4h12

Manchester Airport (MIA)

05:53PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$1031One-way

0 transfers

08:59AM5h26

Manchester Airport (MIA)

02:25PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$1251One-way

0 transfers

11:45AM5h36

Manchester Airport (MIA)

05:21PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$1361One-way

0 transfers

09:10AM7h25

Manchester Airport (MIA)

04:35PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$1361One-way

0 transfers

Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, October 13

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Transport for Wales	05:41PM Manchester Airport (MIA)	4h16	09:57PM Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 transfersDirect
Cross Country	09:10AM Manchester Airport (MIA)	7h25	04:35PM Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 transfersDirect
Cross Country	11:45AM Manchester Airport (MIA)	5h36	05:21PM Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 transfersDirect
Transport for Wales	01:41PM Manchester Airport (MIA)	4h12	05:53PM Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 transfersDirect
Cross Country	08:59AM Manchester Airport (MIA)	5h26	02:25PM Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Showing times and prices for Oct 13

Fastest Journey

4 h 12 m

Average

5 h 23 m

Trains per day

Distance

219 km

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

01:41PM4h12

Manchester Airport (MIA)

05:53PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$1031One-way

0 transfers

05:41PM4h16

Manchester Airport (MIA)

09:57PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$921One-way

0 transfers

08:59AM5h26

Manchester Airport (MIA)

02:25PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$1251One-way

0 transfers

11:45AM5h36

Manchester Airport (MIA)

05:21PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$1361One-way

0 transfers

09:10AM7h25

Manchester Airport (MIA)

04:35PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$1361One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Distance	135 miles (218 km)
Average train duration	3 h 41 min
Average train ticket price	$98 (€84)
Train frequency	12 a day
Direct train	No
Train providers	Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express or Northern Rail (3)

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) cover the 135 miles (218 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 41 min with our travel partners like Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express or Northern Rail (3). Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $60 (€51), but the average price of train tickets is $98 (€84).

Train providers: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail (3) and first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains

Buy your official Transport for Wales, Northern Rail (3) and first_transpennine_express train tickets to Cardiff Central (CDF) from Manchester Airport (MIA) from $67 (€57) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Transport for Wales from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 49 min
Cheapest Price: $67

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Northern Rail (3) from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 41 min
Cheapest Price: $169
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF).

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) can start from as little as $60 (€51) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is $98 (€84); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train time is 3 h 41 min covering the 135 mile (218 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 4: 51 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 8: 01 PM.

There are 12 trains a day from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) which require at least one change with Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express or Northern Rail (3). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train with Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express or Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 01 PM.

A trip to Cardiff Central (CDF) from Manchester Airport (MIA) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 41 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Cardiff Central (CDF) from Manchester Airport (MIA) including taking a train or bus.

Trains departing from Manchester Airport

Address

Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR

Distance from Manchester Airport to city center

9.4 miles (15.1 km)

How to get to this station?

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

Amenities at station

Wifi

ATM

Shopping

Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth

Dining

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Yes - from information point, Yes - from ticket office | Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149 | Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes | Step free access coverage: Yes | Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. | Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3 | Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station | Accessible toilets: Yes | Ramp for train access: Yes | Wheelchairs available: Yes | Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes

Trains arriving to Cardiff Central

Address

Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

+44 3450507080

Distance from Cardiff Central to city center

1.1 miles (1.8 km)

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?

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

Cardiff Airport
14 miles (22 km)

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

Free Wi-Fi in the station.