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It takes an average of 6h 37m to travel from Dunbar to Cambridge by train, over a distance of around 284 miles (457 km). There are normally 27 trains per day travelling from Dunbar to Cambridge and tickets for this journey start from £59.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:25 | |
| Departure station | Dunbar | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge | |
| Journey time | From 4h 44m | |
| Distance | 284 miles (457 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £59.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Dunbar to Cambridge in 4 hours 44 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Dunbar to Cambridge? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 37 minutes to travel the 284 miles (457 km) from Dunbar to Cambridge by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 44 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 27 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or ScotRail to Cambridge. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Dunbar to Cambridge in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £59.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Cambridge by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Dunbar to Cambridge?
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.