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Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Manchester Stations

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29

train journeys
per day

143

miles (230 kms)

3hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

05:38 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Cathays and Manchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cathays to Manchester Stations is approximately 143 miles (230 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 28 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cathays and Manchester Stations .

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Cathays to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:38
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:59
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:01
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:59
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:31
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    11:11
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:59
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:31
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    12:15
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:01
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    13:15
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:01
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    13:59
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:31
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    14:15
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:01
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    14:59
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:31
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    15:15
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:01
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    15:59
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:31
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    16:15
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:01
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    16:59
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:31
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    17:15
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:01
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:31
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    18:14
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:01
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:59
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:31
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    19:15
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:01
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    19:44
    Cathays
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cathays to Manchester Piccadilly

About Cathays Station

Station name Cathays (CYS)
Address Cathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 18:30
Saturday 09:30 - 15:30
Sunday 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

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cathays and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Cathays and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cathays and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

First class tickets on trains between Cathays and Manchester Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cathays and Manchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cathays & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cathays and Manchester Stations .

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