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It takes an average of 1h 20m to travel from Cambridge to London by train, over a distance of around 49 miles (79 km). There are normally 343 trains per day travelling from Cambridge to London and tickets for this journey start from £8 when you book in advance.
How to travel from Cambridge to London by train in 48m
Thinking of spending some time in the capital and need more information on how to take the train from Cambridge to London? You’ve come to the right place!
Usually, the train from Cambridge to London takes around 1h 13m, but can take just 48m on the fastest services, with around 286 trains running on this popular route each day. Once you’ve boarded the train and found your seat, you can sit back and relax, as you won’t need to make any changes along the way.
If you’re travelling on this route, you can choose from three different train companies: Great Northern, Greater Anglia or Thameslink. All services depart from Cambridge station, however Great Northern trains arrive at London Kings Cross station, Greater Anglia trains arrive at London Liverpool Street station and Thameslink trains will take you into St Pancras International station.
Comprising fascinating history, a vibrant culture and leafy parks, London is unsurprisingly one of the most popular cities in the world. There are so many things to see and do in London, it can be difficult to narrow down your to-do list. If you need some help, read our guide to the 14 best things to do in London, including a visit to the Tower of London, Trafalgar Square and the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Want to snap up the cheapest fares? Book an Off-Peak train – tickets tend to be cheaper when you travel Off-Peak compared to taking the train at Peak times. To save even more, get yourself a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Keen to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets from Cambridge to London in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If you’d like to know more about the journey first, continue reading for our timetable, tips on finding cheaper fares and FAQs including first and last train times!
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Cambridge to London?
Want to know more about your journey from Cambridge to London? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cambridge to London?
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. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
Get cheap train tickets with split ticketing
What is split ticketing?
Split ticketing is a clever way to save money on train travel. Instead of buying one ticket for your whole journey, you buy separate tickets for different sections of the trip — and it often works out cheaper.
You’ll still travel on the same train, with no need to change along the way (in most cases). It’s a simple way to cut the cost of your journey!
How do split tickets work?
Split ticketing is when you buy separate tickets for different sections of your journey, rather than one ticket from start to finish.
Your journey is divided into smaller segments on paper, but you don’t need to leave the train. The only requirement is that the train stops at each of the stations shown on your tickets.
If asked, just make sure to show the correct ticket for the part of the journey you're travelling on.