The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Buses per day
31
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus16:406h30Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)23:10Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£301One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus14:506h20Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)21:10Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£301One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus14:505h55Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)20:45Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East£311One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus16:406h10Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)22:50Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East£311One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus23:2511h45Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)11:10Manchester, Airport£331One-way1 change
NX111 · NX54117:255h05Cardiff, Sophia Gardens22:30Manchester, Coach Station£431One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus12:155h20Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)17:35Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East£501One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus6:455h20Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)12:05Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East£371One-way1 change
NX111 · NX54113:455h25Cardiff, Sophia Gardens19:10Manchester, Coach Station£451One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:455h30Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)15:15Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East£391One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 232 km
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches for today, Friday 22 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 11h45 | 11:10 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 12h25 | 11:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 change | |
| Saturday 23 May | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 9h00 | 11:10 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX202 · NX106 · NX120 | Delayed 5:40 2:45Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 8h30 | 11:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 10h05 | 13:15 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX509 · NX540 | Delayed 7:30 3:15Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 8h55 | 12:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX202 · NX100 · NX121 | Delayed 5:40 4:45Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 8h00 | 12:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 2 changes | |
NX509 · NX540 | Delayed 7:30 4:50Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 9h00 | 13:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 9h50 | 16:00 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX202 · NX101 · NX120 | On time 6:40 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 7h25 | 14:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 5h20 | 12:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 5h45 | 12:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 9h10 | 18:55 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 5h55 | 15:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 5h30 | 15:15 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 change | |
NX111 · NX541 | On time 9:50 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h15 | 16:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX112 · NX541 | On time 11:20 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h55 | 17:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 8h10 | 20:25 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 5h20 | 17:35 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 5h45 | 18:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 change | |
NX111 · NX541 | On time 13:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h25 | 19:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 5h55 | 20:45 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 6h20 | 21:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 10h20 | 3:00 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 6h30 | 23:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 6h10 | 22:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 change | |
NX111 · NX541 | On time 17:25 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h05 | 22:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX509 · NX540 | On time 17:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 8h45 | 2:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:10 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 11h15 | 5:25 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:20 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 7h40 | 2:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 change | |
NX507 · NX424 | On time 18:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 11h20 | 6:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Buses from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:15, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 232 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 232 km |
Average bus duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 2:15 |
Last bus 23:25 |
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Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)You can travel by bus between Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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