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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester to Cardiff, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
Manchester to Cardiff train prices and times
Planning a journey from Manchester to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 89.75 AZN, with average prices for this route around 40.78 AZN. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
16:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 19:44 Cardiff Central |  | Find Tickets |
17:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 20:54 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
18:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 21:54 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
19:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 23:04 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
20:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 00:21 +1Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
22:32 Manchester Piccadilly | 07:50 +1Paris | | Find Tickets |
Manchester to Cardiff train route details
First train
05:11
Last train
23:37
Journey time
3h 7m
Distance
145 miles
Price
89.75 AZN*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Cardiff
Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Cardiff can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Cardiff for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Manchester to Cardiff, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Cardiff ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Manchester to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester to Cardiff train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Manchester to Cardiff with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.