The average train between Rhondda and Manchester takes 4h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Rhondda to 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.
Trains run hourly between Rhondda and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rhondda is at 9:22 PM which arrives into Manchester at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Rhondda to Manchester? 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 Rhondda to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Rhondda station and arriving at Manchester station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
Rhondda to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ystrad Rhondda station.
Rhondda to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Rhondda to Manchester train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rhondda and Manchester is 218.5 km. The road distance is 302 km.
You can take a train from Ystrad Rhondda to Manchester Piccadilly via Cardiff Central in around 4h 58m.