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Trains from Manchester Stations to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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23

train journeys
per day

144

miles (232 kms)

3hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:29

first / last train

14

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Cardiff Central , with 14 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Cardiff Central is approximately 144 miles (232 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 55 mins.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Cardiff Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:11
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    08:54
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:26
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    09:54
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 18 mins Direct
    10:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:03
    3 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    11:36
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    3 hrs 23 mins Direct
    11:53
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:03
    3 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    12:38
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 22 mins Direct
    12:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 12 mins Direct
    13:42
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:03
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    14:37
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 15 mins Direct
    14:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 12 mins Direct
    15:42
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 24 mins Direct
    16:54
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:03
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    17:37
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 12 mins Direct
    17:42
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:30
    3 hrs 26 mins Direct
    18:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:30
    3 hrs 15 mins Direct
    19:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:30
    3 hrs 26 mins Direct
    20:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:30
    3 hrs 23 mins Direct
    21:53
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:30
    3 hrs 39 mins Direct
    23:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:30
    3 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    00:25
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Crewe station, Nantwich Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 6HR
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 20:00
Saturday 05:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Stations and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 14 direct services per day from Manchester Stations to Cardiff Central

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Cardiff Central.

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