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Cheap Train Tickets from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street

For a train from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street, you’ll get fares as low as £28.30 by purchasing advance tickets, with an average fare of approximately £38.54. To ensure the most cost-effective train journey, it is advisable to book in advance and avoid peak times. For more options regarding cheap train tickets, please check our train ticket calendar.

Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street Live Train Timetable

Check out trains from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street today (4 Jul 2024) using our timetable below, including train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. You can view the full day or a different day train timetable here.

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DepartsArrivesStatusDurationOperator

16:30

Manchester Piccadilly

20:00

Cardiff Queen Street

On time

3h 30m

Transport for Wales
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17:30

Manchester Piccadilly

21:29

Cardiff Queen Street

On time

3h 59m

Transport for Wales
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18:30

Manchester Piccadilly

22:29

Cardiff Queen Street

On time

3h 59m

Transport for Wales
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19:30

Manchester Piccadilly

23:49

Cardiff Queen Street

On time

4h 19m

Transport for Wales
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21:30

Manchester Piccadilly

05:30

Cardiff Queen Street

On time

8h

Transport for Wales
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22:03

Manchester Piccadilly

07:34

Cardiff Queen Street

On time

9h 31m

CrossCountry
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23:37

Manchester Piccadilly

08:00

Cardiff Queen Street

On time

8h 23m

Northern
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Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street Train Journey Information

Plan your journey from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street with ease. Explore the first and last train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and price options to make the most of your trip.

First train
00:26
Last train
23:37
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Cardiff Queen Street
Distance
143KM
Journey time
From 3h 26m
Price
From £28.30
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern, Transport for Wales

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

Travelling by train from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street takes approximately 3h 26m. There is an average of 20 train from Manchester to Cardiff Queen Street per day. The first train departs at 00:26, and the last train leaves at 23:37. For more detailed information, please consult 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 £38.54 and the cheapest fare is £28.30. 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 start your Cardiff Queen Street train journey from Cardiff Bay,Cardiff Central,Trefforest,or Cathays Station.

Cardiff Queen Street

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