The average train between Manchester and Cumbernauld takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Cumbernauld. 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 every 4 hours between Manchester and Cumbernauld. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 5:26 PM which arrives into Cumbernauld at 6:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Cumbernauld. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Cumbernauld station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Manchester to Cumbernauld train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Cumbernauld train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Manchester to Cumbernauld train tickets online with TransPennine Express and ScotRail.
The distance between Manchester and Cumbernauld is 296.4 km. The road distance is 356 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Motherwell every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 59m.