- Must visit
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Major university museum with masterpieces, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand building. A leading cultural highlight in Cambridge.
Cheapest price on Oct 13
$126
Average ticket price on Oct 13
$133
Fastest journey on Oct 13
4 h 31 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
4 h 55 m
Trains on Oct 13
4
Distance
213 km
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.
The average ticket from Manchester to Cambridge will cost around $133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Cambridge without transferring at least 2 times.
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G15885Trains from Manchester to Cambridge run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€32) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (213 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 132 miles (213 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€32) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 10:51 PM |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Cambridge trains for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W34202+ G00803 | Delayed 4:03 AM 5:04 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h05 | 8:16 AM 8:16 AMCambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
W34202+ Tube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ W45437 | Delayed 4:03 AM 5:04 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h01 | 9:05 AM Cambridge South | 2 transfers | |
W34018+ Tube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ W45435 | Delayed 5:13 AM 6:14 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h51 | 9:10 AM 9:10 AMCambridge South | 2 transfers | |
W33953+ G00805 | Delayed 5:28 AM 6:29 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h40 | 9:11 AM 9:11 AMCambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
W34104+ G00806 | Delayed 7:33 AM 8:34 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h28 | 11:05 AM 11:05 AMCambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
W33948+ Tube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ W45423 | On time 12:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h51 | 4:05 PM Cambridge South | 2 transfers | |
C21590+ W33973+ G77034+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 12:41 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h58 | 4:39 PM Cambridge South | 3 transfers | |
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C02157+ G15885+ C10163 | 2:52 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 5h14 | 8:06 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 transfers | |
C02145+ G00801+ G15885 | On time 2:52 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 5h17 | 8:09 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 transfers | |
C02155+ P01769+ C24464+ C93347 | 4:30 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 4h31 | 9:01 AM Cambridge North (CMB) | 3 transfers | |
C02155+ G00803+ C24464 | 4:30 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 4h39 | 9:09 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Major university museum with masterpieces, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand building. A leading cultural highlight in Cambridge.
Compact museum of polar exploration with artifacts, sledges and expedition stories. Excellent for understanding Arctic and Antarctic history.
Acclaimed anthropology museum displaying world cultures through remarkable objects and thoughtful interpretation. Rich, memorable and family friendly.
The city's most famous riverside walking area, lined with college gardens and views. Classic place for strolling, punting and photography.
Historic central square with market stalls, buskers and everyday city life. A practical and lively base for sightseeing and shopping.
Leafy riverside common ideal for walking, picnics and broad views of the college skyline. Popular with locals and visitors year-round.
A creamy dessert of whipped cream, meringue and raspberry coulis, created at Cambridge’s Trinity College and named after the River Cam.
The Cambridge version of crème brûlée, linked to Trinity College. It has a rich custard base with a hard caramelised sugar top.
Tender local asparagus from the Cambridgeshire fens, prized in spring for its sweetness and freshness, often served simply with butter or eggs.
Elegant riverside fine dining restaurant known for refined British tasting menus and polished service in a historic setting.
Historic city-centre restaurant serving modern British cooking with seasonal ingredients in a smart, intimate atmosphere.
Well-known Cambridge pub and dining room offering classic British dishes, cask ales and a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels often cost more in peak season, but dining and local buses are manageable for most tourists.
Service may be included; if not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Cambridge Railway Station -> Cambridge City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Cambridge by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Cambridge trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge South. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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