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Explore cheap prices from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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MXN$432.53
Thu18Sep
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MXN$432.53
Fri19Sep
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MXN$432.53
Sat20Sep
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MXN$432.53
Sun21Sep
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MXN$324.4
Mon22Sep
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MXN$432.53
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Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff, starting from MXN$324.4 and averaging MXN$449.83. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 7m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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19:30
3h 37m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
23:07
Cardiff Central
Transport for Wales
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20:30
3h 50m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
00:20
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Cardiff Central
Transport for Wales
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21:30
4h 6m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
01:36
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Cardiff Central
Transport for Wales
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22:32
8h 44m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
07:16
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Paris
Transport for Wales
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Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff train route details

First train
First train
05:11
Last train
Last train
22:32
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff
Journey time
Journey time
3h 7m
Distance
Distance
233 km
Price
Price
MXN$324.4*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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