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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cambridge (CBG)

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3

train journeys
per day

129

miles (208 kms)

4hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 02:47

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 3 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Cambridge is approximately 129 miles (208 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 25 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Great Northern, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Cambridge.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:43
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:17
    6 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    00:35
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:42
    8 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    08:30
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Airport and Cambridge

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 3 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 02:47.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Airport & Cambridge. owever, there are 3 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Great Northern, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Cambridge.

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