The average train between Manchester and Treforest takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Treforest. 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 Manchester and Treforest. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Treforest at 5:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Treforest. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Treforest station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.
Manchester to Treforest train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Treforest train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Manchester and Treforest is 222.4 km. The road distance is 290 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 12m.