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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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24

train journeys
per day

136

miles (219 kms)

3hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

04:07 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central is approximately 136 miles (219 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 36 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:07
    4 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    08:54
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:51
    4 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    09:54
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:04
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    10:48
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:04
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    11:53
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:04
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    12:52
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:04
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    13:42
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:32
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:01
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    14:45
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:04
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    15:42
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:04
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    16:54
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:32
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:04
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    17:42
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:01
    3 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    18:56
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:04
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    19:45
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:04
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    20:56
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:04
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    21:53
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:01
    4 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    23:09
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:04
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    00:25
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Central

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 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

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 Manchester Airport and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport 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 04:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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

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

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