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Risca & Pontymister to Manchester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Risca & Pontymister to Manchester, starting from £16.50 and averaging £16.50. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 5m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:30 4h 29m, No direct Risca & Pontymister	10:59 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
07:08 4h 5m, No direct Risca & Pontymister	11:13 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
07:37 4h 22m, No direct Risca & Pontymister	11:59 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
08:08 4h 5m, No direct Risca & Pontymister	12:13 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
08:37 4h 22m, No direct Risca & Pontymister	12:59 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
09:08 4h 5m, No direct Risca & Pontymister	13:13 Paris	Find Tickets

Risca & Pontymister to Manchester train route details

First train

06:30

Last train

19:37

Departure station

Risca & Pontymister

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

4h 5m

Distance

217 km

Price

£16.50*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Risca & Pontymister to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Risca & Pontymister to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

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 to save an average extra 30%

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 Risca & Pontymister to Manchester, 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 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 Risca & Pontymister to Manchester 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 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 Risca & Pontymister to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Risca & Pontymister to Manchester 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:

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