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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Airport 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 Airport will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
To travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Airport you need to make at least one change.
16:173h35Cardiff Central (CDF)19:52Manchester Airport£731One-way1 change- 4:354h01Cardiff Central (CDF)8:36Manchester Airport£871One-way1 change
- 5:493h47Cardiff Central (CDF)9:36Manchester Airport£871One-way1 change
- 6:433h53Cardiff Central (CDF)10:36Manchester Airport£871One-way1 change
- 7:533h43Cardiff Central (CDF)11:36Manchester Airport£871One-way1 change
- 16:173h35Cardiff Central (CDF)19:52Manchester Airport£731One-way1 change
- 8:543h42Cardiff Central (CDF)12:36Manchester Airport£871One-way1 change
- 7:533h43Cardiff Central (CDF)11:36Manchester Airport£871One-way1 change
- 9:533h43Cardiff Central (CDF)13:36Manchester Airport£871One-way1 change
- 10:533h43Cardiff Central (CDF)14:36Manchester Airport£871One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 219 km
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Airport trains for today, Friday 22 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h46 | 22:39 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 20:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h52 | 0:02 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 21:35 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h34 | 1:09 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 22:23 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 8h29 | 6:52 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| Saturday 23 May | |||||
| 4:35 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h01 | 8:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 5:49 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h47 | 9:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 6:43 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h53 | 10:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 7:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h43 | 11:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 8:54 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h42 | 12:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 9:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h43 | 13:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 10:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h43 | 14:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 11:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h43 | 15:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 12:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h43 | 16:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 13:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h43 | 17:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 14:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h43 | 18:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 15:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h43 | 19:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 16:17 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h35 | 19:52 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 16:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h43 | 20:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 17:51 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h45 | 21:36 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:45, the last at 12:10. The fastest train covers the 219 km distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 219 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 7:45 |
Last train 12:10 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Airport trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Manchester Airport from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Manchester Airport
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
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