The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
69
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
To travel from Cambridge station (CBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least 2 changes.
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C02065+
TP57450021:005h10Cambridge station (CBG)2:10Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£521One-way2 changes
P66846+
C2180315:264h09Cambridge station (CBG)19:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£691One-way1 change
P01164+
C0447416:264h10Cambridge station (CBG)20:36Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£691One-way1 change
G77083+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+
W3409820:124h27Cambridge station (CBG)0:39Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£731One-way2 changes
W45492+
Tube from Finsbury Park to London Euston+
C0131319:513h57Cambridge station (CBG)23:48Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£731One-way2 changes
G00974+
G08124+
G01188+
C2159515:003h35Cambridge station (CBG)18:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1111One-way3 changes
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G08117+
W29937+
C2180914:003h35Cambridge station (CBG)17:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1111One-way3 changes
G27004+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+
W341028:423h37Cambridge station (CBG)12:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1101One-way2 changes
G27005+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+
W341989:423h37Cambridge station (CBG)13:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1031One-way2 changes
G77030+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+
W3407515:423h37Cambridge station (CBG)19:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1111One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cambridge station (CBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge station (CBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 214 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£64 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price |
3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cambridge station (CBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge station (CBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G27004+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34102 | On time 8:42 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h37 | 12:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W45489+ Tube from Finsbury Park to London Euston+ W34040 | 8:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h53 | 12:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00959+ W34198 | On time 9:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h19 | 13:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00969+ W33951 | On time 13:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h23 | 17:23 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00969+ G08112+ C24726 | On time 13:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h50 | 16:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00969+ G08112+ G01186+ C21593 | On time 13:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h35 | 16:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
G77005+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34157 | On time 13:12 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h53 | 17:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
P66836+ C21809 | On time 13:26 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h09 | 17:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
P66836+ C21809+ G80179+ W84702 | On time 13:26 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h39 | 17:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
G77010+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33951 | On time 13:42 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h41 | 17:23 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W45488+ Tube from Finsbury Park to London Euston+ W33963 | On time 13:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h53 | 17:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00973+ G08117+ C24732 | On time 14:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h47 | 17:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00973+ G08117+ W84708 | On time 14:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h05 | 18:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00973+ W34203 | On time 14:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h19 | 18:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00973+ C21763+ W84708 | On time 14:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h05 | 18:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00973+ G08117+ W29937+ C21809 | On time 14:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h35 | 17:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
G00973+ G08117+ G15837 | On time 14:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h49 | 18:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G77015+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34231 | On time 14:12 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h53 | 18:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
P66841+ C21595 | On time 14:26 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h09 | 18:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G77020+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34203 | 14:42 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h37 | 18:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00974+ G08124+ G01188+ C21595 | On time 15:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h35 | 18:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
G00974+ G08124+ G15853 | On time 15:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h51 | 18:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G77025+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33872 | 15:12 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h53 | 19:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00977+ G08066 · C02020+ W84720 | On time 16:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h05 | 20:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
G00977+ W34193 | On time 16:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h19 | 20:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G77035+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33865 | On time 16:12 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h53 | 20:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
P01164+ C04474 | On time 16:26 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h10 | 20:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G77041+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34193 | On time 16:42 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h37 | 20:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W45386+ Tube from Finsbury Park to London Euston+ W34022 | On time 16:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h53 | 20:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00982+ W33936 | 17:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h19 | 21:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G77047+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34024 | On time 17:10 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h55 | 21:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
P01165+ C04395 | On time 17:30 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h05 | 21:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G77053+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33936 | 17:38 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h41 | 21:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W45485+ Tube from Finsbury Park to London Euston+ W34129 | On time 17:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h53 | 21:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00984+ W33920 | On time 18:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h24 | 22:24 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00984+ G80185+ W84734 | On time 18:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h05 | 22:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G77059+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34042 | On time 18:08 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h57 | 22:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
P01169+ C21596+ G80185+ W84734 | On time 18:29 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h36 | 22:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
G77066+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33920 | On time 18:42 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h42 | 22:24 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W45483+ Tube from Finsbury Park to London Euston+ W33967 | On time 18:50 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h55 | 22:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00988+ W33967 | On time 19:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h45 | 22:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
G00956+ W34102 | 8:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h19 | 12:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
P76828+ C21590 | 8:19 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h16 | 12:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge station (CBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:51, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 3:51 |
Last train 21:51 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, Cross Country, Great Northern from Cambridge station (CBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, Cross Country, Great Northern trains will get you between Cambridge station (CBG) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge station (CBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge station (CBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge station (CBG) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- 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
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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