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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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33

train journeys
per day

144

miles (231 kms)

3hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 00:44

first / last train

14

direct trains

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Manchester Piccadilly , with 14 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly is approximately 144 miles (231 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 12 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:35
    3 hrs 38 mins Direct
    08:13
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:38
    3 hrs 37 mins Direct
    09:15
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:35
    3 hrs 40 mins Direct
    10:15
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:40
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    10:29
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:23
    3 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    10:59
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    3 hrs 25 mins Direct
    11:15
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    11:59
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:49
    3 hrs 26 mins Direct
    12:15
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:18
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    12:59
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:53
    3 hrs 22 mins Direct
    13:15
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:18
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    13:59
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:52
    3 hrs 23 mins Direct
    14:15
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:18
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    14:59
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:53
    3 hrs 22 mins Direct
    15:15
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    15:59
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:49
    3 hrs 26 mins Direct
    16:15
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:18
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    16:59
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:56
    3 hrs 19 mins Direct
    17:15
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:18
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    17:59
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:49
    3 hrs 25 mins Direct
    18:14
    Cardiff Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly

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

About Manchester Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Manchester Piccadilly

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Manchester Piccadilly by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Manchester Piccadilly vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Manchester Piccadilly can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 14 direct services per day from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly

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

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