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Cardiff Queen Street to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Cardiff Queen Street to Manchester Piccadilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 20,91 EUR, with average prices for this route around 23,28 EUR. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
11:42 Cardiff Queen Street | 15:13 Manchester Piccadilly |  | Find Tickets |
12:04 Cardiff Queen Street | 15:59 Manchester Piccadilly |   | Find Tickets |
12:42 Cardiff Queen Street | 16:13 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
13:04 Cardiff Queen Street | 16:59 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
13:42 Cardiff Queen Street | 17:13 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
14:04 Cardiff Queen Street | 17:59 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Cardiff Queen Street to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details
First train
00:01
Last train
22:07
Journey time
3 tuntia 31 minuuttia
Distance
231 km
Price
20,91 EUR*
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to Manchester Piccadilly
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 Cardiff Queen Street to Manchester Piccadilly can result in significant cost savings.
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 for greater savings
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 Cardiff Queen Street to Manchester Piccadilly, 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.
Cardiff Queen Street to Manchester Piccadilly 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
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
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.