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Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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23

train journeys
per day

143

miles (230 kms)

3hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

00:32 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Oxford Road 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 Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 143 miles (230 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 59 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:32
    8 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    09:05
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:13
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:13
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:43
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    11:50
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:14
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:47
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    12:50
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:13
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:05
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:14
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:43
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    14:51
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:13
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:43
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    17:50
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:13
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:55
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:13
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    19:09
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:13
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:14
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    21:09
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:13
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:14
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    23:24
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:13
    8 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    05:30
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Manchester Oxford Road to Cardiff Queen Street

About Manchester Oxford Road Station

Station name Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Address Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:40
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:40
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:40
Thursday 06:30 - 22:40
Friday 06:30 - 22:40
Saturday 06:30 - 22:40
Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Oxford Road and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Manchester Oxford Road and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Oxford Road 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 00:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

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

Amenities on trains between Manchester Oxford Road 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 Oxford Road & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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