The average train between Cambuslang and Manchester takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambuslang to Manchester. 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 Cambuslang and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambuslang is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Manchester at 7:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cambuslang to Manchester? 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 Cambuslang to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Cambuslang station and arriving at Manchester station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Cambuslang to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Cambuslang to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Cambuslang to Manchester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Cambuslang and Manchester is 287 km. The road distance is 367 km.
You can take a train from Kirkhill to Manchester Piccadilly via Glasgow Central and Preston in around 4h 14m.