Arriving in Cardiff Central
Every day, up to 37 train depart from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive in Cardiff Central, with the shortest journey taking 3h 12m minutes.
Book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on off-peak fares. This can make traveling from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Traveling during off-peak hours
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.
*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.