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Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 9,120 BHD, with average prices for this route around 9,120 BHD. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
07:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 11:00 Cardiff Queen Street |  | Find Tickets |
08:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 11:52 Cardiff Queen Street | | Find Tickets |
09:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 12:52 Cardiff Queen Street |   | Find Tickets |
09:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 12:56 Cardiff Queen Street | | Find Tickets |
10:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 14:04 Cardiff Queen Street | | Find Tickets |
11:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 14:52 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street Train Route Details
First train
00:24
Last train
23:37
Journey time
3 timme 22 minut
Distance
231 km
Price
9,120 BHD*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Queen Street can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, 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 for greater savings
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 Queen Street, 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 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 Queen Street train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.