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Find the best prices from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central train prices and times
Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 120.49, with average prices for this route around NZD 41.77. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
09:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 12:45 Cardiff Central |  | Find Tickets |
10:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 13:52 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
11:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 14:36 Cardiff Central |   | Find Tickets |
11:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 14:44 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
12:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 15:44 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
13:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 16:46 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central train route details
First train
00:24
Last train
23:37
Journey time
3h 7m
Distance
232 km
Price
NZD 120.49*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
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 Central 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
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 Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.