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Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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28

train journeys
per day

145

miles (233 kms)

4hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

06:56 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Bay and Manchester Victoria , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria is approximately 145 miles (233 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 1 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Manchester Victoria.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 22 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria

Journeys from Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:56
    4 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    11:18
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:26
    4 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    11:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:56
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    12:31
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:26
    4 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    12:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:56
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    13:31
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:26
    4 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    13:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:56
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    14:31
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:26
    4 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    14:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:56
    4 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    15:18
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:26
    4 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    15:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:56
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    16:31
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:26
    4 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    16:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:56
    4 hrs 23 mins3 changes
    17:19
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:26
    4 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    17:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:56
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    18:31
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:26
    4 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    18:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:56
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    19:31
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:26
    4 hrs 21 mins3 changes
    19:47
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:56
    4 hrs 13 mins4 changes
    20:09
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:26
    4 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    20:48
    Cardiff Bay
    Manchester Victoria
    Cardiff Bay to Manchester Victoria

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
AddressCardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Manchester Victoria Station

Station name Manchester Victoria (MCV)
AddressManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:00
Thursday 06:30 - 22:00
Friday 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday 06:30 - 22:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Bay and Manchester Victoria

The travel time between Cardiff Bay and Manchester Victoria by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Bay and Manchester Victoria vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Bay and Manchester Victoria typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Bay & Manchester Victoria. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Manchester Victoria.

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