The average train between Cambridge and Trafford takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge to Trafford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cambridge and Trafford. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Trafford at 9:11 AM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross and take an average of 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 44m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cambridge to Trafford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Trafford. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Trafford station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.
Cambridge to Trafford train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Trafford train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Cambridge and Trafford is 216.5 km. The road distance is 391 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Parkway via King's Cross, London Euston, Manchester Piccadilly, and St Peter's Square in around 4h 8m.