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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO) will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
Of the 5 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 231 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £107.
Distance: 231 km
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£107 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains for today, Thursday 26 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:23 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h21 | 21:44 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
 | 18:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h45 | 22:30 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| 18:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h26 | 22:19 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h40 | 23:30 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| 20:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h25 | 23:35 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:33 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h38 | 08:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:49 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h22 | 09:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h49 | 10:29 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| 06:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h25 | 10:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h44 | 11:29 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £107 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 06:24. The fastest train covers the 231 km distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 231 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £107 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 06:20 |
Last train 06:24 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trainsTransport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
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)
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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