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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cambridge North (CMB)

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38

train journeys
per day

132

miles (212 kms)

3hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

00:53 / 01:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cambridge North (CMB)

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Piccadilly and Cambridge North , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North is approximately 132 miles (212 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 39 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North Today

  • Mon 27th May
    00:53
    7 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    02:42
    6 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    06:15
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    06:31
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    07:15
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    07:43
    4 hrs 1 change
    11:43
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    08:43
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    12:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    09:15
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    09:43
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    13:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    10:35
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    10:43
    3 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    14:38
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    11:15
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    11:35
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    15:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    11:43
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    15:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    12:15
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    16:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    12:35
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    12:43
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    16:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    13:15
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    13:35
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    14:15
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    18:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cambridge North
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cambridge North

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 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Cambridge North

The travel time between Manchester Piccadilly and Cambridge North by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Cambridge North vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:26.

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

Amenities on trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Cambridge North 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 North. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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