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Find 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 IDR 912,589, with average prices for this route around IDR 396,977. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly | 08:39 Cardiff Central |    | Find Tickets |
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly | 08:44 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
06:27 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:51 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
07:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 10:49 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
08:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 11:37 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
09:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 12:36 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central train route details
First train
05:11
Last train
22:30
Journey time
3h 7m
Distance
232 km
Price
IDR 912,589*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
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 Central. 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
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%
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 Central, 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%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the 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
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.