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Trains from Manchester Stations to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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22

train journeys
per day

143

miles (231 kms)

3hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Cardiff Queen Street , 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 Stations to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 143 miles (231 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 19 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:11
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:26
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    10:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:03
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    12:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:03
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    13:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    13:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:03
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    15:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    15:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    17:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:03
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    17:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    17:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:30
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    19:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    20:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:30
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    21:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:30
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    22:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:30
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    23:24
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:30
    8 hrs 2 changes
    05:30
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
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

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Stations and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Cardiff Queen Street 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 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

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

Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations and Cardiff Queen Street 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 Stations & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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