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Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Salford Central (SFD)

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20

train journeys
per day

144

miles (232 kms)

4hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

06:54 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Salford Central (SFD)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Bay and Salford Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Bay to Salford Central is approximately 144 miles (232 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 45 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Salford Central.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Bay to Salford Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Bay to Salford Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    4 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    11:31
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:18
    4 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    11:58
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    4 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    12:58
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    4 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    13:58
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    4 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    14:58
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:54
    4 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    15:30
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    4 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    15:58
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    4 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    16:58
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:54
    4 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    17:31
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    4 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    17:58
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    4 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    18:58
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:18
    4 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    19:58
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:18
    4 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    20:58
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:54
    4 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    21:31
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:18
    4 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    21:58
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:18
    4 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    23:17
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:42
    9 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    05:37
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:42
    10 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    07:31
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:18
    11 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    08:29
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:54
    9 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    08:58
    Cardiff Bay
    Salford Central
    Cardiff Bay to Salford Central

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

About Salford Central Station

Station name Salford Central (SFD)
Address Salford Central station, New Bailey Street, Salford, Greater Manchester, M3 5ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:25 - 19:35
Tuesday 06:25 - 19:35
Wednesday 06:25 - 19:35
Thursday 06:25 - 19:35
Friday 06:25 - 19:35
Saturday 06:25 - 19:35
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Bay and Salford Central

The travel time between Cardiff Bay and Salford Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Bay and Salford Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Bay and Salford Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Bay and Salford Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Bay & Salford Central. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Salford Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Bay and Salford Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.