Cheap Train Tickets from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street
For a train from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street, you can find advance tickets for as low as £22.60*, with fares typically averaging around £32.49. To secure the most affordable train ticket, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid peak times. For a wider selection of cheap train tickets, please check our train ticket calendar.
Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street Live Train Timetable
Find trains from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street today (6 Oct 2024) with train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. View the full-day timetable or search for different dates here.
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Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
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18:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 22:15 Cardiff Queen Street | On time | 3h 45m | Transport for Wales | Find tickets | |
19:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 23:26 Cardiff Queen Street | On time | 3h 56m | Transport for Wales | Find tickets | |
20:06 Manchester Piccadilly | 08:15 Cardiff Queen Street | On time | 12h 9m | Northern | Find tickets |
Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street Train Journey Information
Effortlessly plan your journey from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street. Discover the earliest and latest train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, travel duration, and pricing options to enhance your trip.
First train | 05:11 |
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Last train | 20:06 |
Departure station | Manchester |
Arrival station | Cardiff Queen Street |
Distance | 143 miles (231 km) |
Journey time | From 3h 22m |
Price | From £22.60 |
Train operators | Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern |
Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street Train Travel Guide
Travelling by train from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street provides passengers with a convenient and efficient way to commute or explore, ensuring timely arrivals. For a flawless travel experience, please consult our Train Journey Planner.
Plan Your Train Journey
The train from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street takes approximately 3h 22m. There are an average of 16 trains per day running from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street. The first train departs at 05:11, while the last train leaves at 20:06. For more details, please refer to our Train Journey Planner and Timetable.
Book Cheap Train Tickets
Train from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street Split Ticket and Advance tickets are available. The average fare is approx £32.49 and the cheapest fare is £22.60*. Besides, you can book cheap tickets on off-peak time, which usually begin at 09:30.(Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00) Accurate ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class.
Train Stations
You can explore your Cardiff Queen Street train journey from Cardiff Bay,Heath High Level,Ty Glas,Heath Low Level,Cardiff,Cardiff Central,Trefforest,or Trefforest Station.
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