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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

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28

train journeys
per day

143

miles (231 kms)

3hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Manchester Oxford Road , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road is approximately 143 miles (231 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 22 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Manchester Oxford Road.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:35
    4 hrs 1 change
    08:35
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:38
    3 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    09:35
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:23
    4 hrs 2 changes
    10:23
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    4 hrs 1 change
    10:35
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:40
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:50
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    11:35
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:24
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:49
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    12:35
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:18
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    13:23
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:53
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    13:35
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:18
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    14:23
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    14:35
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:53
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    15:35
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:09
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:49
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    16:35
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:18
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:23
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:56
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    17:35
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:18
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    18:23
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:49
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    18:35
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:49
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    19:35
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Oxford Road

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 Manchester Oxford Road Station

Station name Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Address Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:40
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:40
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:40
Thursday 06:30 - 22:40
Friday 06:30 - 22:40
Saturday 06:30 - 22:40
Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
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 Central and Manchester Oxford Road

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Manchester Oxford Road by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Manchester Oxford Road vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

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

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Manchester Oxford Road 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 & Manchester Oxford Road. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Manchester Oxford Road.

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