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Trip Overview

The average train between Irlam and Cardiff takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Irlam to Cardiff. 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 26m
Duration
178 mi
Distance
£73
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 17m
£58–99

Irlam to Cardiff train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Irlam and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irlam is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 50m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 6m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 27m • 1 change

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    Arrives next day

    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales9h 55m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 55m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 39m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 53m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 40m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 49m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 55m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 39m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 55m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 39m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 49m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Irlam to Cardiff? 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.

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  • Distance: 177.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Irlam, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 3h 12m.

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