Trains tickets from Manchester to Cardiff

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Today25 Apr
from US$142
Tomorrow26 Apr
from US$142
Sun27 Apr
from US$80
Mon28 Apr
from US$60
Tue29 Apr
from US$60
Wed30 Apr
Thu1 May
from US$60
Fri2 May
from US$60

Trains leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Central
    Operated by: Transport for WalesTransport for Wales
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Central
    Operated by: Transport for WalesTransport for Wales
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Heath High Level
    Operated by: Transport for WalesTransport for Wales
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Heath Low Level
    Operated by: Transport for WalesTransport for Wales
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Heath High Level
    Operated by: Transport for WalesTransport for Wales
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Manchester to Cardiff: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$79
Average train trip duration3h 30m
Number of daily trains18
Earliest train departure07:28
Distance141 miles
Latest train departure23:37

Manchester to Cardiff Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Cardiff from Manchester, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Manchester - Cardiff

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Cardiff cost?

    The average train ticket price from Manchester to Cardiff is US$79. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Cardiff is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Manchester to Cardiff?

    A train trip between Manchester and Cardiff is around 3h 30m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 144 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Manchester and Cardiff?

    The number of trains from Manchester to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Manchester to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
23/04
US$76
24/04
No data
Today
US$142
26/04
US$142
27/04
US$80
28/04
US$60
29/04
US$60
30/04
US$60
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to Cardiff was searched and found on 28 Apr 2025 with a price of US$60

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Cardiff as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$60 to US$213 for a train ticket from Manchester to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$60, which is on 2025-04-28.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Manchester and Cardiff is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Cardiff.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Cardiff, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Manchester and Cardiff, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Manchester to Cardiff and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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