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Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay, starting from £17.70 and averaging £17.70. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 36m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
12:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 16:06 Cardiff Bay |  | Find Tickets |
13:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 17:24 Cardiff Bay | | Find Tickets |
14:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 18:06 Cardiff Bay | | Find Tickets |
15:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 19:24 Cardiff Bay | | Find Tickets |
16:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 20:24 Cardiff Bay | | Find Tickets |
17:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 21:24 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay Train Route Details
First train
00:24
Last train
23:37
Journey time
3h 36m
Distance
233 km
Price
£17.70*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay
Traveling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay. 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
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
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
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 Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Bay 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 train 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
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.