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Manchester to Cardiff Bay Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Cardiff Bay, starting from 31,78 SGD and averaging 31,78 SGD. The entire journey takes no more than 3 timme 36 minut. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:30 3 timme 36 minut, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	16:06 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
13:30 3 timme 54 minut, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	17:24 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
14:30 3 timme 36 minut, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	18:06 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
15:30 3 timme 54 minut, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	19:24 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
16:30 3 timme 54 minut, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	20:24 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
17:30 3 timme 54 minut, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	21:24 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Cardiff Bay Train Route Details

First train

05:11

Last train

20:30

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Cardiff Bay

Journey time

3 timme 36 minut

Distance

233 km

Price

31,78 SGD*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Cardiff Bay

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 to Cardiff Bay can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Cardiff Bay 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 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 traveling from Manchester to Cardiff Bay, 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%

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 to Cardiff Bay 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:

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