The average train between Horwich and Cambridge takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h. There is a train service every few hours from Horwich to Cambridge. 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 Horwich and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Horwich is at 9:10 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Horwich to Cambridge? 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 Horwich to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Horwich station and arriving at Cambridge station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Horwich to Cambridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Horwich to Cambridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cambridge station.
Book your Horwich to Cambridge train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Great Northern.
The distance between Horwich and Cambridge is 237.2 km. The road distance is 413 km.
You can take a train from Blackrod to Cambridge via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, and King's Cross in around 4h 15m.