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Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €23.25, with average prices for this route around €23.25.

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

Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
22:40 9 hours 24 minutes, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	08:04 +1 Cardiff Queen Street		Find Tickets

Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street Train Route Details

First train

09:13

Last train

22:40

Departure station

Manchester Oxford Road

Arrival station

Cardiff Queen Street

Journey time

3 hours 39 minutes

Distance

231 km

Price

€23.25*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

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 Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street Train prices and times

Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street Train Route Details