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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cambridge (CBG)

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35

train journeys
per day

132

miles (213 kms)

3hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

02:42 / 02:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Piccadilly and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge is approximately 132 miles (213 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 5 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Cambridge.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    02:42
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:05
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:35
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:31
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    10:10
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    3 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    11:08
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:35
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    13:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:35
    3 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    14:08
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:35
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    15:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:35
    3 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    16:08
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:15
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    17:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:35
    3 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    17:10
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge

About Manchester Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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

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 Piccadilly and Cambridge

The travel time between Manchester Piccadilly and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 02:17.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Piccadilly 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 Piccadilly & Cambridge. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Cambridge.

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