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Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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22

train journeys
per day

143

miles (231 kms)

3hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

00:32 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Oxford Road and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central is approximately 143 miles (231 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 40 mins.

GWR, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Oxford Road and Cardiff Central.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:32
    8 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:54
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:13
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    09:54
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:13
    3 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    10:48
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:14
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:53
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:43
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:13
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    12:52
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:13
    3 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    13:42
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:43
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    14:45
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:13
    3 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    15:42
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    16:56
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:43
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:13
    3 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    17:42
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:13
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    18:56
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:13
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    19:45
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:13
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    20:56
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:13
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    21:55
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:13
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    23:02
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:13
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    01:16
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:43
    9 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    07:22
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Central

About Manchester Oxford Road Station

Station name Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Address Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:40
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:40
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:40
Thursday 06:30 - 22:40
Friday 06:30 - 22:40
Saturday 06:30 - 22:40
Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Oxford Road and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Manchester Oxford Road and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Oxford Road and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Oxford Road & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Oxford Road and Cardiff Central.

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