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Bradford to Cambridge by train
| First train | 4:58 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:26 pm | |
| Departure station | Bradford | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge | |
| Journey time | From 2h 49m | |
| Distance | 136 miles (219 km) | |
| Frequency | 61 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
How to travel from Bradford to Cambridge by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Bradford to Cambridge? Look no further.
You'll usually find 61 trains per day running between Bradford and Cambridge, which usually take 4 hours 7 minutes to complete the 219 km journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Cambridge from Bradford, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Bradford to Cambridge if you book in advance. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train schedules (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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