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Heathrow Airport to Cambridge by train
It takes an average of 2h 40m to travel from Heathrow Airport to Cambridge by train, over a distance of around 56 miles (90 km). There are normally 158 trains per day traveling from Heathrow Airport to Cambridge and tickets for this journey start from $31.03 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:15 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:39 pm | |
| Departure station | Heathrow Airport | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge | |
| Journey time | From 2h 0m | |
| Distance | 56 miles (90 km) | |
| Frequency | 158 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $31.03 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Heathrow Express |
How to travel from Heathrow Airport to Cambridge by train in under 2 hours
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Usually, it takes around 2 hours and 34 minutes to travel by train from Heathrow Airport to Cambridge. However, the quickest services can take you there in just 1 hour and 53 minutes. As there are no direct services from Heathrow to Cambridge, you will need to make at least one change during your journey.
If you’re traveling on this route, you have a few options to choose from. We recommend you take a Heathrow Express train to London Paddington station. Then, you can take a London Underground service to London Kings Cross station. From here, you can jump on a train operated by either Great Northern, Thameslink or Greater Anglia. Less than an hour later, you will arrive at Cambridge station.
Once you’ve exited the station, you’re just a short walk from Cambridge city centre. Here, you’ll find some of the city’s most famous landmarks, including the Cambridge University Botanic Garden and the Fitzwilliam Museum – exhibiting over half a million objects and artefacts from around the world.
Looking to save money? Try traveling at Off-Peak times, as tickets are normally cheaper outside of morning/evening rush hours on weekdays. To save more, try to book an Advance ticket – they are usually released 12 weeks before the day of travel and tend to be a lot cheaper.
Ready to go? Start a search for cheap train tickets from London to Cambridge today. There’s no need to wait, head to our Journey Planner at the top of the page to begin. For more information about the train journey, continue reading for FAQs, timetables with first and last trains, as well as tips on finding cheap train fares.
FAQs about the train journey from Heathrow Airport to Cambridge
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Cheap train tickets from Heathrow Airport to Cambridge
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Heathrow Airport to Cambridge is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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