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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Cambridge

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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Avanti West Coast

05:05AMManchester Piccadilly3h37 08:42AMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

06:11AMManchester Piccadilly3h31 09:42AMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

06:31AMManchester Piccadilly3h35 10:06AMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

07:15AMManchester Piccadilly3h27 10:42AMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

07:35AMManchester Piccadilly3h29 11:04AMCambridge

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Train schedule from Manchester to Cambridge

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 25

Avanti West Coast

05:05AMManchester Piccadilly3h37 08:42AMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

06:11AMManchester Piccadilly3h31 09:42AMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

06:31AMManchester Piccadilly3h35 10:06AMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

07:15AMManchester Piccadilly3h27 10:42AMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

07:35AMManchester Piccadilly3h29 11:04AMCambridge

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East Midlands Railways

07:43AMManchester Piccadilly3h53 11:36AMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

08:15AMManchester Piccadilly3h27 11:42AMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

08:35AMManchester Piccadilly3h29 12:04PMCambridge

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East Midlands Railways

08:43AMManchester Piccadilly3h53 12:36PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

09:15AMManchester Piccadilly3h27 12:42PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

09:35AMManchester Piccadilly3h30 01:05PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

10:15AMManchester Piccadilly3h27 01:42PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

10:35AMManchester Piccadilly3h31 02:06PMCambridge

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East Midlands Railways

10:43AMManchester Piccadilly3h53 02:36PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

11:15AMManchester Piccadilly3h27 02:42PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

11:35AMManchester Piccadilly3h29 03:04PMCambridge

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East Midlands Railways

11:43AMManchester Piccadilly3h54 03:37PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

12:15PMManchester Piccadilly3h27 03:42PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

12:35PMManchester Piccadilly3h31 04:06PMCambridge

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East Midlands Railways

12:43PMManchester Piccadilly4h01 04:44PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

01:15PMManchester Piccadilly3h27 04:42PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

01:35PMManchester Piccadilly3h29 05:04PMCambridge

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Northern Rail

01:48PMManchester Piccadilly4h28 06:16PMCambridge

3 transfers

Avanti West Coast

02:15PMManchester Piccadilly3h27 05:42PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

02:35PMManchester Piccadilly3h36 06:11PMCambridge

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East Midlands Railways

02:43PMManchester Piccadilly4h01 06:44PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

03:15PMManchester Piccadilly3h27 06:42PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

03:35PMManchester Piccadilly3h29 07:04PMCambridge

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East Midlands Railways

03:43PMManchester Piccadilly4h01 07:44PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

04:15PMManchester Piccadilly3h27 07:42PMCambridge

1 transfer

Avanti West Coast

04:35PMManchester Piccadilly3h30 08:05PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

04:43PMManchester Piccadilly3h54 08:37PMCambridge

1 transfer

Avanti West Coast

05:15PMManchester Piccadilly3h27 08:42PMCambridge

1 transfer

Avanti West Coast

05:35PMManchester Piccadilly3h29 09:04PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

05:55PMManchester Piccadilly3h53 09:48PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

06:35PMManchester Piccadilly3h29 10:04PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

06:43PMManchester Piccadilly3h53 10:36PMCambridge

1 transfer

Avanti West Coast

07:15PMManchester Piccadilly3h50 11:05PMCambridge

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Avanti West Coast

08:15PMManchester Piccadilly4h39 12:54AMCambridge

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Fastest train times from Manchester to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for Mar 25

Fastest Journey

3 h 27 m

Average

3 h 27 m

Trains per day

Distance

213 km

It's difficult to get from Manchester to Cambridge without transferring at least once.

Avanti West Coast

07:15AMManchester Piccadilly3h27 10:42AMCambridge

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08:15AMManchester Piccadilly3h27 11:42AMCambridge

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Overview: Train from Manchester to Cambridge

	Distance	131 miles (212 km)
	Train frequency	40 a day
	Direct train	No
	Train providers	London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Cross Country or Transpennine Express

Trains from Manchester to Cambridge cover the 131 miles (212 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 54 min with our travel partners like London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Cross Country or Transpennine Express. Normally, there are 40 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travelers depart most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive in Cambridge.

Train providers: Northern Rail (3) and CrossCountry from Manchester to Cambridge trains

Find the best journey to Cambridge from Manchester with Omio's train partners Northern Rail (3) and CrossCountry! You'll find the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

Northern Rail (3)

CrossCountry

Northern Trains is one of many publicly owned train operating companies in the United Kingdom. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Headquartered in York, Northern operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day tickets can be purchased for Northern train journeys between Manchester and Cambridge. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Manchester to Cambridge train information with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 4 h 28 min
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 1 a day

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Manchester to Cambridge you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Travel Tips: Trains from Manchester to Cambridge

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Cambridge easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Cambridge.

The train distance from Manchester to Cambridge is around 131 miles (212 km).

The Manchester to Cambridge train duration is on average 4 h 54 min, which is to be expected when traveling 131 mile (212 km) to Cambridge from Manchester. However, the time it takes can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays.

When taking the train between Manchester and Cambridge, you can choose to depart from train stations like Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Airport and Manchester Victoria. Your route can end in train stations such as Cambridge and Cambridge North.

Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive in Cambridge.

Passengers booking this route most frequently board their trains from Manchester Piccadilly and need to travel around 0.6 miles (954 m) from the city center to get to this train station.

Passengers arriving in Cambridge most often arrive at Cambridge and need to travel around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) from this train station to the city center.

Take the Manchester to Cambridge train with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Cross Country or Transpennine Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Cambridge from Manchester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

The average number of trains departing Manchester for Cambridge is 40 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.

The first Manchester to Cambridge train departs at 5: 05 AM and the last train from Manchester to Cambridge leaves at 11: 52 PM. Check out the most up-to-date train schedule from Manchester to Cambridge on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Manchester

Cambridge

Manchester Piccadilly is the most popular Manchester railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Manchester for your trip to Cambridge.

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Address

Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30

Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly

Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

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Address

Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR

Public transit options for Manchester Airport

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

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Address

Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY

Public transit options for Manchester Victoria

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Parking

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Address

Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU

Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)

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