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Swansea to Cambridge by train
| First train | 3:38 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:36 pm | |
| Departure station | Swansea | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge | |
| Journey time | From 4h 29m | |
| Distance | 178 miles (287 km) | |
| Frequency | 68 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Transport for Wales |
Travel from Swansea to Cambridge by train in 4 hours 29 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Swansea to Cambridge by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Swansea to Cambridge by train is 6 hours 45 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 29 minutes. You'll usually find 68 trains per day traveling the 287 km between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there are no direct services to Cambridge.
Book train tickets from Swansea to Cambridge in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. You can check prices from Swansea to Cambridge in our Journey Planner.
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