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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester to Cambridge, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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SAR 101.83
Sat15Nov
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SAR 101.83
Sun16Nov
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SAR 75.63
Mon17Nov
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SAR 59.32
Tue18Nov
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SAR 62.29
Wed19Nov
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SAR 90.22
Thu20Nov
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SAR 67.23
Fri21Nov
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Manchester to Cambridge train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Cambridge, starting from SAR 59.32 and averaging SAR 105.91. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 22m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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14:13
3h 40m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
17:53
Cambridge
TransPennine ExpressLNERGreat Northern
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14:15
3h 45m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
18:00
Cambridge
Avanti West CoastGreat Northern
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14:33
3h 41m, No direct
Manchester Victoria
18:14
Cambridge
TransPennine ExpressLNERCrossCountry
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14:35
3h 39m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
18:14
Cambridge
Avanti West CoastCrossCountry
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14:43
3h 58m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
18:41
Cambridge
East Midlands RailwayNorthernLNERThameslink
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14:43
4h 1m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
18:44
Paris
East Midlands RailwayGreater Anglia
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Manchester to Cambridge train route details

First train
First train
00:06
Last train
Last train
22:59
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cambridge
Journey time
Journey time
3h 22m
Distance
Distance
214 km
Price
Price
SAR 59.32*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Cambridge

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Cambridge can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Manchester to Cambridge, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Cambridge ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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