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Trains from Clifton (Manchester) (CLI) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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2

train journeys
per day

146

miles (235 kms)

4hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

08:36 / 18:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Clifton (Manchester) (CLI) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 2 scheduled rail journeys between Clifton (Manchester) and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Clifton (Manchester) to Cardiff Central is approximately 146 miles (235 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 32 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Clifton (Manchester) to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Clifton (Manchester) to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:36
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Clifton (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Clifton (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:20
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    23:09
    Clifton (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Clifton (Manchester) to Cardiff Central

About Clifton (Manchester) Station

Station name Clifton (Manchester) (CLI)
Address Clifton station, Rake Lane, Clifton, Greater Manchester, M27 8LL
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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

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

The travel time between Clifton (Manchester) and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Clifton (Manchester) and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 2 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 08:36, and the last train of the day leaves at 18:32.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Clifton (Manchester) & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 2 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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