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Trains from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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24

train journeys
per day

143

miles (230 kms)

3hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

00:17 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Eccles (Manchester) and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central is approximately 143 miles (230 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 29 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:17
    8 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    08:54
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:05
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:59
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:47
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    10:48
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:47
    4 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    11:53
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:48
    4 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    12:52
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:06
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:13
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:47
    3 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    13:42
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:47
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    14:45
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:05
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    15:10
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:47
    3 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    15:44
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:47
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    16:56
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:06
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:47
    3 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    17:42
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:47
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    18:56
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:05
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    19:25
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:47
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    19:45
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:48
    4 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    20:56
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:05
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    21:28
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:48
    4 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    21:55
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Cardiff Central
    Eccles (Manchester) to Cardiff Central

About Eccles (Manchester) Station

Station name Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
Address Eccles station, St Marys Road, Eccles, Greater Manchester, M30 0DN
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 12:55
Saturday 07:25 - 13:55
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 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 Eccles (Manchester) and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Eccles (Manchester) and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Eccles (Manchester) and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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Amenities on trains between Eccles (Manchester) and Cardiff 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 Eccles (Manchester) & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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