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It takes an average of 5h 4m to travel from Cambridge to Manchester by train, over a distance of around 133 miles (215 km). There are normally 169 trains per day travelling from Cambridge to Manchester and tickets for this journey start from £29 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:51 | |
| Departure station | Cambridge | |
| Arrival station | Manchester | |
| Journey time | From 3h 36m | |
| Distance | 133 miles (215 km) | |
| Frequency | 169 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £29 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Cambridge to Manchester in 3 hours 36 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cambridge to Manchester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 4 minutes to travel the 133 miles (215 km) from Cambridge to Manchester by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 169 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Greater Anglia to Manchester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cambridge to Manchester in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £29.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Manchester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Manchester?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.