The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Alderley Edge
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Alderley Edge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Alderley Edge will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cambridge for Alderley Edge every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Live departures
Cambridge to Alderley Edge train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Alderley Edge trains for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:15 Cambridge | 4h21 | 08:36 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:53 Cambridge | 3h41 | 08:34 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:56 Cambridge | 4h16 | 09:12 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Alderley Edge
Trains from Cambridge to Alderley Edge run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 16:23. The fastest train covers the 200 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 16:23 |
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FAQs: Cambridge to Alderley Edge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Alderley Edge by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alderley Edge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Alderley Edge
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday Closed Saturday 07:30 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Separate level access from car park to Crewe platform and from station drive to ticket office and Manchester platform. A stepped footbridge links the two platforms. Anti-slip treads added to footbridge steps and deck in 2018.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop on London Rd
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