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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 219 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 28 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.
9:254h28Manchester Airport (MIA)13:53Cardiff Central (CDF)£531One-way0 changes- 9:043h41Manchester Airport (MIA)12:45Cardiff Central (CDF)£671One-way0 changes
- 9:043h41Manchester Airport (MIA)12:45Cardiff Central (CDF)£671One-way0 changes
- 9:254h28Manchester Airport (MIA)13:53Cardiff Central (CDF)£531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 219 km
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£58 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G38870+ G90105 | Delayed 8:10 8:01Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h37 | 11:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
 G01144+ W34618+G86165 | Delayed 8:03 8:32Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h05 | 12:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G38873+G90109 | Delayed 9:10 9:01Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h43 | 12:44 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
 W85170+G38873 | On time 9:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h40 | 12:44 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| G38874+G90115 | Delayed 10:10 10:01Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h52 | 13:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W85177+G38874 | On time 10:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h49 | 13:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| G38405 · G38877 | On time 10:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h19 | 14:44 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W29871+W34624+G86176 | Delayed 10:03 10:32Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h05 | 14:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G38877+G90118 | Delayed 11:10 11:01Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h43 | 14:44 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W85179+G38877 | On time 11:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h40 | 14:44 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W85182+G38878 | On time 12:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h41 | 15:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W85188+G38880 | On time 13:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h42 | 16:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W85191+G38882 | On time 14:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h40 | 17:44 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W85196+G38885 | On time 15:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h42 | 18:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 18:04. The fastest train covers the 219 km distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 219 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 3:48 |
Last train 18:04 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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