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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
219 km
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.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Cardiff Central (CDF) on Thu, Dec 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 219 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 4 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €44.
Distance: 136 miles (219 km)
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3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:51 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h00 | 8:51 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:01 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h50 | 8:51 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h27 | 12:52 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h40 | 10:05 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 14:25. The fastest train covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 136 miles (219 km) |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 14:25 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsTransport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- 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.
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TaxisAccessibilityWC
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- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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)
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