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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Manchester Stations

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46

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

3hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 01:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 46 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Manchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 46 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Manchester Stations is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 55 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Great Northern, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Manchester Stations .

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:53
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:05
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:39
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    09:19
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:53
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:09
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:53
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:09
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:19
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:09
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    13:05
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:37
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:19
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:53
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:14
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:44
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:53
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:14
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:44
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    15:19
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge to Manchester Piccadilly

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cambridge and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Cambridge and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 46 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:09.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge and Manchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cambridge & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 46 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Great Northern, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Manchester Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cambridge and Manchester Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.