The average train between Cardiff and Saltaire takes 6h 1m and the fastest train takes 5h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Saltaire. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Saltaire. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Saltaire at 5:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 6h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Saltaire? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Saltaire. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Saltaire station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.
Cardiff to Saltaire train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Saltaire train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Cardiff to Saltaire train tickets online with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cardiff and Saltaire is 278.3 km. The road distance is 357 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Saltaire via Manchester Piccadilly and Leeds in around 5h 11m.