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Explore cheap prices from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly, 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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Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times
Looking to travel from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 180.46, with average prices for this route around QAR 88.74.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
10:53 Cardiff Central | 14:13 Manchester Piccadilly |  | Find Tickets |
11:18 Cardiff Central | 14:59 Manchester Piccadilly |   | Find Tickets |
11:53 Cardiff Central | 15:13 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
12:18 Cardiff Central | 15:59 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
12:53 Cardiff Central | 16:13 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
13:18 Cardiff Central | 16:59 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details
First train
04:20
Last train
22:21
Journey time
3h 20m
Distance
233 km
Price
QAR 180.46*
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly
Traveling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly, 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%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Cardiff to Manchester Piccadilly with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
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
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.