Manchester to Cardiff Train
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Manchester to Cardiff by train
The journey from Manchester to Cardiff by train is 143.99 mi and takes 3 hrs 26 mins. There are 19 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:11 and the last at 20:30. It is possible to travel from Manchester to Cardiff by train for as little as £46.29 or as much as £95.69. The best price for this journey is £46.29.
| Lowest Price | £46.29 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hrs 26 mins |
| Connection per Day | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales 19 |
| Lowest Price | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales £46.29 |
| Highest Price | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales £95.69 |
| First Departure | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales 05:11 |
| Last Departure | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales 20:30 |
| Distance | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales 143.99 mi |
| Departure | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales Manchester |
| Arrival | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales Cardiff |
| Carriers | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
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Find the best day to travel to Cardiff by train
When travelling to Cardiff by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales from Manchester to Cardiff
Compare services on board when travelling from Manchester to Cardiff by train.
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Manchester to Cardiff CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
16.22kg
Bus
17.38kg
Flight
46.35kg
Car
37.08kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Manchester to Cardiff by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Manchester and Cardiff are 16.22kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Manchester and Cardiff? By taking the train between Manchester and Cardiff you will save 30.13kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.16kg compared to a bus and 20.86kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Manchester to Cardiff?
A train ticket from Manchester to Cardiff is £62.92. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £46.29.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Manchester to Cardiff?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Manchester to Cardiff is £46.29. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Manchester and Cardiff by train?
Manchester to Cardiff is 143.99 mi.
How long does the train between Manchester and Cardiff take?
Manchester to Cardiff is on average 3 hrs 26 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 7 mins.
Which companies operate from Manchester to Cardiff?
The train journey from Manchester to Cardiff is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales.
How many train connections per day go from Manchester to Cardiff?
Manchester to Cardiff has 19 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Manchester to Cardiff leave?
The earliest train from Manchester to Cardiff departs at 05:11. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Manchester to Cardiff depart?
The latest train from Manchester to Cardiff departs at 20:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Manchester to Cardiff in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £46.29 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Manchester to Cardiff?
There are on average 15 direct connection(s) from Manchester to go to Cardiff.
What's the fastest journey time between Manchester to Cardiff by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Manchester and Cardiff is 3 hrs 7 mins.
Is there a direct train from Manchester to Cardiff?
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Cardiff.
What are the CO2 emissions for Manchester to Cardiff by train?
The train journey from Manchester to Cardiff creates 16.22kg of CO2 emissions.