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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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23

train journeys
per day

135

miles (218 kms)

3hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

04:07 / 23:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 135 miles (218 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 1 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 Queen Street.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:07
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:51
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:04
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    11:50
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:04
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:05
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    12:50
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:04
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    13:05
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:04
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    14:51
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:04
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:04
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:32
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    17:50
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:04
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    17:55
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:01
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    19:09
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:04
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    20:05
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:04
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    21:09
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:04
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:01
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    23:24
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:04
    8 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    05:30
    Manchester Airport
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Airport to Cardiff Queen Street

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 Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Airport and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:44.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Airport and Cardiff Queen Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Airport and Cardiff Queen Street 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 Queen Street. owever, there are 23 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 Queen Street.

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