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Cardiff Central to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 9.840, with average prices for this route around BHD 12.360.

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

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Wed, Jul 9
From BHD 9.840
Thu, Jul 10
From BHD 11.120
Fri, Jul 11
From BHD 10.170
Sat, Jul 12
From BHD 11.120
Sun, Jul 13
From BHD 11.120
Mon, Jul 14
From BHD 10.150
Tue, Jul 15
From BHD 10.810

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
04:32 Cardiff Central	08:13 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 41m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:49 Cardiff Central	09:13 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 24m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:24 Cardiff Central	09:59 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 35m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:40 Cardiff Central	10:29 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 49m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:46 Cardiff Central	10:13 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 27m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:23 Cardiff Central	10:59 Paris	3h 36m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Central to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

04:32

Last train

22:21

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

3h 20m

Distance

232 km

Price

BHD 9.840*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff Central to Manchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 traveling from Cardiff Central to Manchester, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff Central to Manchester Train Ticket Types

Save money on your trip from Cardiff Central to Manchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Cardiff Central to Manchester Train prices and times

Cardiff Central to Manchester Train Route Details