SAR 369.16
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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester 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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Manchester to Cardiff Train prices and times
Looking to travel from Manchester to Cardiff? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 225.85, with average prices for this route around SAR 111.53.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
15:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 19:01 Cardiff Central |   | Find Tickets |
15:25 Manchester Piccadilly | 19:10 Cardiff Central |  | Find Tickets |
15:25 Manchester Piccadilly | 19:27 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
16:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 20:00 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
16:25 Manchester Piccadilly | 20:07 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
17:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 20:58 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Manchester to Cardiff Train Route Details
First train
05:11
Last train
23:36
Journey time
3h 33m
Distance
233 km
Price
SAR 225.85*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Cardiff
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester to Cardiff 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.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
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 travelers. You can discover more about 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 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%
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 to Cardiff ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling 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 traveling from Manchester to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester to Cardiff train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
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
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 SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.