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Trains from Cambridge North (CMB) to Salford Central (SFD)

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30

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

4hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

05:44 / 23:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

9

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Cambridge North (CMB) to Salford Central (SFD)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge North and Salford Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge North to Salford Central is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 58 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge North to Salford Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge North to Salford Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:44
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    10:58
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:02
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    11:31
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:44
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:58
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    12:31
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:41
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:58
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    13:31
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:58
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:02
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    14:31
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    14:58
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    15:58
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    16:31
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    16:58
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:08
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    17:31
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:39
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    17:58
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:08
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    18:31
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:32
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    18:58
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:39
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    18:58
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:08
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    19:31
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:39
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    19:58
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:08
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    20:12
    Cambridge North
    Salford Central
    Cambridge North to Salford Central

About Cambridge North Station

Station name Cambridge North (CMB)
Address Cambridge North Station, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0AE
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

About Salford Central Station

Station name Salford Central (SFD)
Address Salford Central station, New Bailey Street, Salford, Greater Manchester, M3 5ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:25 - 19:35
Tuesday 06:25 - 19:35
Wednesday 06:25 - 19:35
Thursday 06:25 - 19:35
Friday 06:25 - 19:35
Saturday 06:25 - 19:35
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cambridge North and Salford Central

The travel time between Cambridge North and Salford Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge North and Salford Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

First class tickets on trains between Cambridge North and Salford Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cambridge North and Salford Central 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 North & Salford Central. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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