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Cambridge to London by train
It takes an average of 1h 15m to travel from Cambridge to London by train, over a distance of around 49 miles (79 km). There are normally 438 trains per day traveling from Cambridge to London and tickets for this journey start from $11.25 when you book in advance.
| First train | 3:38 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 1:27 am | |
| Departure station | Cambridge | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 48m | |
| Distance | 49 miles (79 km) | |
| Frequency | 438 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $11.25 | |
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Travel from Cambridge to London by train in 48 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Cambridge to London by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Cambridge to London by train is 1 hour 15 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 48 minutes. You'll usually find 317 trains per day traveling the 79 km between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to London.
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Book train tickets from Cambridge to London in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £8.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
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Planning a trip to the UK soon? As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Book split tickets
4. Travel Off-Peak
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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