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Cardiff to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Media City Salford Quays, Manchester takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 2m
Duration
172 mi
Distance
£82
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 49m
£70–115

Cardiff to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Media City Salford Quays, Manchester. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Media City Salford Quays, Manchester at 6:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 171.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Media City Salford Quays, Manchester, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 18m.

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