It takes an average of 6h 11m to travel from Cambridge to Liverpool by train, over a distance of around 155 miles (250 km). There are normally 56 trains per day traveling from Cambridge to Liverpool and tickets for this journey start from $55.69 when you book in advance.
First train | 04:15 | |
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Last train | 20:03 | |
Departure station | Cambridge | |
Arrival station | Liverpool | |
Journey time | From 4h 6m | |
Distance | 155 miles (250 km) | |
Frequency | 56 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From $55.69 | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Merseyrail, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Grand Central Railway |
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The train from Cambridge to Liverpool usually takes 6 hours 11 minutes on average to travel 250 km, although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 6 minutes. You can expect to find 56 trains per day running on this popular route. As there aren't any direct services running between Cambridge and Liverpool, you'll need to make 1 change on your way to Liverpool.
To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Cambridge to Liverpool in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from $55.69.
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The average journey time by train between Cambridge and Liverpool is 6 hours and 11 minutes, with around 56 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Cambridge to Liverpool is 4 hours and 6 minutes.
Train tickets from Cambridge to Liverpool can start from as little as $55.69 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
No, there are no direct train services from Cambridge to Liverpool. Travelling from Cambridge to Liverpool by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Cambridge to Liverpool leaves at 04:15. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Cambridge to Liverpool leaves at 20:03. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Cambridge to Liverpool cover a distance of around 155 miles (250 km) during the journey.
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