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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 flights, trains, and buses from Cardiff to Manchester
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester costs only $21 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 3h 55m by Trains. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains Fastest
Average price $38
Average duration3h 55m
Departure Time16:55 - 21:29
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Buses Cheapest
Average price $21
Average duration8h 26m
Departure Time04:30 - 06:05
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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 $38.
$38
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 $21.
$21
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Find departure & arrival points 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
How to travel from Cardiff to Manchester: FAQs
How far is it from Cardiff to Manchester?
It’s about 229 km (142 mi) from Cardiff to Manchester.How do I get from Cardiff to Manchester?
You can travel from Cardiff to Manchester in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses.What’s the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester?
The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester is by Trains, with an average journey time of 3h 55m. Other modes of transport take longer: Buses takes on average 8h 26m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Cardiff to Manchester?
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Manchester is by Buses, with an average price of $21. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around $38 on avergae.Flights costs around $186 on average.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Cardiff and Manchester?
For trips between Cardiff and Manchester, travelers 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.How far in advance should I book tickets from Cardiff to Manchester 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 Cardiff to Manchester are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of $38. Flights from Cardiff to Manchester are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of $21Are Cardiff and Manchester in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Cardiff and Manchester.