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

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17

train journeys
per day

129

miles (208 kms)

4hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

00:38 / 02:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 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 4hrs 41 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Cambridge.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:38
    7 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:07
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:03
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:04
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:08
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:04
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    13:05
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:04
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:08
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:04
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:08
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:04
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    17:10
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:04
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:50
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    19:08
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:01
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    19:56
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:04
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    20:08
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:04
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    21:08
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:04
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    22:06
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:50
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    23:10
    Manchester Airport
    Cambridge
    Manchester Airport to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:31
    8 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    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 4hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 1 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 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 02:17.

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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 17 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry 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.