How to get from
Cardiff to Manchester
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Compare prices to get from Cardiff to Manchester
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- Prices shown from Cardiff to Manchester are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Cardiff to Manchester
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester costs only €18 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 3h 51m by Trains. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains Fastest
Average price €33
Average duration3h 51m
Departure Time13:18 - 19:59
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Buses Cheapest
Average price €18
Average duration9h 20m
Departure Time13:08 - 07:35
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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 Cardiff to Manchester?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Cardiff to Manchester?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Cardiff to Manchester is Monday, with an average price of €33.
€33
What is the cheapest day to travel from Cardiff to Manchester by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Cardiff to Manchester is Monday, with an average price of €18.
€18
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From Cardiff to Manchester: Travel Information
Companies operating from Cardiff to Manchester
Find stations and airports near Cardiff and Manchester
Popular train stations near Cardiff
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Central
Grangetown (Cardiff)
Cardiff Queen Street
Cathays
Popular train stations near Manchester
Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester Oxford Road
New Islington (Metrolink)
Manchester Central Zone
Ardwick
Popular airports near Cardiff
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Bristol Airport (BRS) Nearby
Popular airports near Manchester
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) Nearby
Popular bus stations near Cardiff
Cardiff Gorsedd Gardens Road
Cardiff Boulevard De Nantes
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Cardiff North Rd
Cardiff Castle Street
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
FAQ – How to Get from Cardiff to Manchester
How far is it from Cardiff to Manchester?
It’s about 229km (142 mi) from Cardiff to Manchester.How do I travel from Cardiff to Manchester?
There are 3 different ways to get from Cardiff to Manchester, including Flights, Trains, Buses.What is the fastest way to travel from Cardiff to Manchester?
The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester is by Trains, with an average journey time of 3h 51m. Other modes of transport take longer: Buses takes on average 9h 20m.What is the cheapest way to travel from Cardiff to Manchester?
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester is by Buses, with an average price of €18. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around €33 on avergae.Flights costs around €159 on avergae.Where do trips from Cardiff to Manchester usually depart and arrive?
For trips between Cardiff and Manchester, visitors typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Cardiff Airport and arrive at Manchester Airport; Trains depart from Cardiff Bay and arrive at Manchester Piccadilly; Buses depart from Cardiff Gorsedd Gardens Road and arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.When is the cheapest time to buy tickets from Cardiff to Manchester?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Cardiff to Manchester are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of €33. Flights from Cardiff to Manchester are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of €18Is there a time difference between Cardiff and Manchester?
The time difference between Cardiff and Manchester is 0m.