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Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly, starting from KWD 10.400 and averaging KWD 10.040. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 19m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 14.480
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 19.310
  • Mon, Jun 16
    From KWD 10.400
  • Tue, Jun 17
    From KWD 19.310
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From KWD 19.310
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From KWD 19.310
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From KWD 16.890
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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04:33
Cardiff Central
08:14
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 41m, DirectTransport for Wales
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05:49
Cardiff Central
09:13
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 24m, DirectTransport for Wales
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06:10
Cardiff Central
09:59
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 49m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesCrossCountry
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06:40
Cardiff Central
10:29
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 49m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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06:43
Cardiff Central
10:13
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 30m, DirectTransport for Wales
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07:10
Cardiff Central
10:59
Paris
3h 49m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesCrossCountry
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Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:33
Last train
Last train
21:22
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
3h 19m
Distance
Distance
145 miles
Price
Price
KWD 10.400*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly 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 to save an average extra 30%

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 Piccadilly, 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%

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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly 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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