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Trains from Trafford Park (TRA) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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9

train journeys
per day

142

miles (228 kms)

4hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

06:38 / 18:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Trafford Park (TRA) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 9 scheduled rail journeys between Trafford Park and Cardiff Bay , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Trafford Park to Cardiff Bay is approximately 142 miles (228 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 49 mins.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Trafford Park and Cardiff Bay.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Trafford Park to Cardiff Bay. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 46 mins.

Journeys from Trafford Park to Cardiff Bay Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:38
    4 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    11:24
    Trafford Park
    Cardiff Bay
    Trafford Park to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:51
    4 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    12:24
    Trafford Park
    Cardiff Bay
    Trafford Park to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:52
    4 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    13:24
    Trafford Park
    Cardiff Bay
    Trafford Park to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:51
    4 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    14:06
    Trafford Park
    Cardiff Bay
    Trafford Park to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:25
    4 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    15:06
    Trafford Park
    Cardiff Bay
    Trafford Park to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:24
    5 hrs 4 changes
    17:24
    Trafford Park
    Cardiff Bay
    Trafford Park to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:24
    5 hrs 4 changes
    19:24
    Trafford Park
    Cardiff Bay
    Trafford Park to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:24
    5 hrs 12 mins 4 changes
    21:36
    Trafford Park
    Cardiff Bay
    Trafford Park to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:24
    5 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    23:51
    Trafford Park
    Cardiff Bay
    Trafford Park to Cardiff Bay

About Trafford Park Station

Station name Trafford Park (TRA)
Address Trafford Park station, Moss Road, Trafford Park, Greater Manchester, M32 1AA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Trafford Park and Cardiff Bay

The travel time between Trafford Park and Cardiff Bay by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Trafford Park and Cardiff Bay vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 9 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 18:33.

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Amenities on trains between Trafford Park and Cardiff Bay can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Trafford Park & Cardiff Bay. owever, there are 9 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Trafford Park and Cardiff Bay.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Trafford Park and Cardiff Bay, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.