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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Hale (Manchester) (HAL)

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20

train journeys
per day

136

miles (219 kms)

3hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Hale (Manchester) (HAL)

Buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester). Explore the list of all train routes from Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester) and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Hale (Manchester) , 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 Central to Hale (Manchester) is approximately 136 miles (219 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 2 mins.

Northern Rail, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Hale (Manchester).

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester). The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester) Today

  • Mon 13th May
    04:35
    4 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    05:38
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    09:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    06:35
    4 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    10:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    07:50
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    11:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    08:49
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    12:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    09:53
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    13:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    10:52
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    14:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    11:53
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    15:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    12:49
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    16:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    13:56
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    17:28
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    14:49
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    18:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    15:49
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    19:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    16:49
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    20:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    17:49
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    21:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    18:55
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    22:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    19:41
    4 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    23:48
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    21:15
    9 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    06:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    21:55
    9 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    07:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    23:30
    9 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)
  • Mon 13th May
    23:51
    10 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    Cardiff Central
    Hale (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central to Hale (Manchester)

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Hale (Manchester) Station

Station name Hale (Manchester) (HAL)
Address Hale station, Ashley Road, Hale, Greater Manchester, WA14 2UZ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:10 - 13:50
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Hale (Manchester)

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Hale (Manchester) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Hale (Manchester) 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 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Central and Hale (Manchester) typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Hale (Manchester) 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 Central & Hale (Manchester). owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Hale (Manchester).

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