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Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach by train

First train

02:37

Last train

01:42

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Waterbeach

Journey time

From 3h 42m

Distance

132 miles (212 km)

Frequency

29 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway

Travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach by train

Looking to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 5 hours 10 minutes to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 42 minutes though. You'll usually find 29 trains per day running along the 132 miles (212 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Waterbeach, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Greater Anglia to get to Waterbeach. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach take?

The average journey time by train between Manchester Piccadilly and Waterbeach is 5 hours and 10 minutes, with around 29 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Manchester Piccadilly and Waterbeach by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach is 3 hours and 42 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach?

No, there are no direct train services from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach. Travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach leave?

The first train from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach leaves at 02:37. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach leave?

The last train from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach leaves at 01:42. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Manchester Piccadilly and Waterbeach by train?

Trains travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach cover a distance of around 132 miles (212 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Waterbeach to Manchester Piccadilly.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Waterbeach

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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