The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cwmbran station (CWM)
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cwmbran station (CWM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cwmbran station (CWM) will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Cwmbran station (CWM) 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 209 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cwmbran station (CWM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cwmbran station (CWM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 209 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£61 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cwmbran station (CWM) train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h57 | 12:24 Cwmbran station (CWM) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cwmbran station (CWM) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cwmbran station (CWM)
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 04:11 |
Last train 11:30 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cwmbran station (CWM) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Cwmbran station (CWM) from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cwmbran station (CWM) train

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Cwmbran station (CWM)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 18:00 Saturday 08:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Cwmbran Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. Platform 1 (to Cardiff) is accessible via a ramped path with handrails from Edlogan Way. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Hereford) is accessible from the station car park. A footbridge connects the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Available from the taxi rank.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Limited cycle stands are available in the car park, adjacent to the station building.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station car park, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.

