Price range
US$19-US$51
Ride Duration Range
5h-10h 30m
Earliest Departure
02:50
Latest Departure
22:10
Most Popular Operator

Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.

Travel Schedule Options from Cardiff to Manchester



























































































Taking a bus from Cardiff to Manchester

Fastest bus: 5h

Cheapest bus: US$19

The fastest: 5h

The cheapest: US$19

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About the ride from Cardiff to Manchester

Cardiff to Manchester Route Information

There are 2 ways to get from Cardiff to Manchester, including bus,train.

The earliest departure leaves at 02:50 and has a duration of 8 hours 25 minutes.

The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 5 hours.

Cardiff to Manchester by bus

  • Starting Price: US$19
  • 89 departures a day, or 623 departures a week

The only travel class available is Standard.

Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.

Cardiff to Manchester by train

    There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Standard and Standard Premier.

    Each train ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all train options.

    Companies Operating from Cardiff to Manchester

    Average time

    5h - 10h 30m

    Average price

    US$19 - US$30

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