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Manchester to Cardiff
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Compare prices to get from Manchester to Cardiff
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- Prices shown from Manchester to Cardiff are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare flights, trains, and buses from Manchester to Cardiff
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff costs only €19 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 4h 45m by Trains. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains Fastest
Average price €40
Average duration4h 45m
Departure Time15:03 - 18:29
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Buses Cheapest
Average price €19
Average duration8h 23m
Departure Time04:35 - 02:55
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Cardiff?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Manchester to Cardiff?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Manchester to Cardiff is Monday, with an average price of €33.
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What is the cheapest day to travel from Manchester to Cardiff by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Manchester to Cardiff is Monday, with an average price of €19.
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Find departure & arrival points near Manchester and Cardiff
Popular train stations near Manchester
Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester Oxford Road
New Islington (Metrolink)
Manchester Central Zone
Ardwick
Popular train stations near Cardiff
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Central
Grangetown (Cardiff)
Cardiff Queen Street
Cathays
Popular airports near Manchester
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) Nearby
Popular airports near Cardiff
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Bristol Airport (BRS) Nearby
Popular bus stations near Manchester
Manchester Central Coach Station
Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
Manchester Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Manchester Shudehill Bus Stop NN
Manchester Shudehill Bus Station
Popular bus stations near Cardiff
Cardiff Gorsedd Gardens Road
Cardiff Boulevard De Nantes
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Cardiff North Rd
Cardiff Castle Street
How to travel from Manchester to Cardiff: FAQs
How far is it from Manchester to Cardiff?
It’s about 229 km (142 mi) from Manchester to Cardiff.How do I get from Manchester to Cardiff?
You can travel from Manchester to Cardiff in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses.What’s the fastest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff?
The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff is by Trains, with an average journey time of 4h 45m. Other modes of transport take longer: Buses takes on average 8h 23m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Manchester to Cardiff?
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cardiff is by Buses, with an average price of €19. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around €40 on avergae.Flights costs around €213 on average.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Manchester and Cardiff?
For trips between Manchester and Cardiff, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Manchester Airport and arrive at Cardiff Airport; Trains depart from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive at Cardiff Bay; Buses depart from Manchester Central Coach Station and arrive at Cardiff Gorsedd Gardens Road.How far in advance should I book tickets from Manchester to Cardiff to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Manchester to Cardiff are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of €33. Flights from Manchester to Cardiff are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of €19Are Manchester and Cardiff in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Manchester and Cardiff.