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Cambridge North to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cambridge North to Manchester Piccadilly, starting from €24.45 and averaging €24.45. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 50m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
19:42 5h 6m, Changes required Cambridge North	00:48 +1 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
19:42 5h 41m, Changes required Cambridge North	01:23 +1 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
20:42 6h 54m, Changes required Cambridge North	03:36 +1 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
21:15 9h 50m, Changes required Cambridge North	07:05 +1 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
23:15 9h 10m, Changes required Cambridge North	08:25 +1 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
23:15 9h 50m, Changes required Cambridge North	09:05 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Cambridge North to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train

00:23

Last train

23:15

Departure station

Cambridge North

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

3h 50m

Distance

213 km

Price

€24.45*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Cambridge North to Manchester Piccadilly

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cambridge North to Manchester Piccadilly can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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 traveling from Cambridge North to Manchester Piccadilly, 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%

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 Cambridge North to Manchester Piccadilly ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cambridge North to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cambridge North to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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