Trains to Cambridge from Cardiff Queen Street
| First train | 04:47 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:07 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Queen Street | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge | |
| Journey time | From 3h 49m | |
| Distance | 150 miles (241 km) | |
| Frequency | 44 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Transport for Wales |
What are the train times from Cardiff Queen Street to Cambridge?
Get from Cardiff Queen Street to Cambridge in as little as 3 hours 49 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.
The average train journey from Cardiff Queen Street to Cambridge takes around 5 hours 41 minutes. There are around 44 trains that operate on this route daily.
As there are no direct trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Cambridge, you'll need to make 2 changes.
Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales and Thameslink trains operate on this route.
Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.
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