Trains from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly from £19.00*

Trains from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly from £19.00*

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Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £19.00, with average prices for this route around £22.50.

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

  • Tue, Feb 4
    From £19.80
  • Wed, Feb 5
    From £19.80
  • Thu, Feb 6
    From £19.80
  • Fri, Feb 7
    From £19.00
  • Sat, Feb 8
    From £19.80
  • Sun, Feb 9
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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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04:33
Cardiff Central
08:13
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 40m, DirectTransport for Wales
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05:49
Cardiff Central
09:13
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 24m, DirectTransport for Wales
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06:24
Cardiff Central
09:59
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 35m, No directGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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06:39
Cardiff Central
10:29
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 50m, No directCrossCountry
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06:46
Cardiff Central
10:13
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 27m, DirectTransport for Wales
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07:23
Cardiff Central
10:59
Paris
3h 36m, No directGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

The Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket is £19.00. The average travel time is 3h 20m, covering a distance of approximately 145 miles. There are usually 44 daily trains provided by Avanti West Coast,CrossCountry,Great Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
04:33
Last train
Last train
22:10
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 20m
Distance
Distance
145 miles
Price
Price
£19.00*

Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly train travel guide

Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly train travel guide

Arriving in Manchester Piccadilly

Starting from a minimum of 3h 20m, you can reach Manchester Piccadilly from Cardiff Central, with an average of 44 trains per day.

Book the cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly

Finding cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by utilising 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 Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly. 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.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, you can benefit from group travel discounts. Many train companies offer group save options, which provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes travelling from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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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.