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It takes an average of 2h 14m to travel from Leicester to Cambridge North by train, over a distance of around 61 miles (98 km). There are normally 28 trains per day travelling from Leicester to Cambridge North and tickets for this journey start from £75.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:19 | |
| Departure station | Leicester | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge North | |
| Journey time | From 1h 55m | |
| Distance | 61 miles (98 km) | |
| Frequency | 28 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £75.20 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink |
Travelling from Leicester to Cambridge North by train
Looking to travel from Leicester to Cambridge North by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 14 minutes to travel from Leicester to Cambridge North by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 55 minutes though. You'll usually find 28 trains per day running along the 61 miles (98 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Cambridge North, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to get to Cambridge North. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Leicester to Cambridge North in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £75.20.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Leicester to Cambridge North?
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.