It takes an average of 1h 17m to travel from London to Cambridge by train, over a distance of around 49 miles (79 km). There are normally 325 trains per day travelling from London to Cambridge and tickets for this journey start from £8 when you book in advance.
First train | 04:02 | |
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Last train | 00:32 | |
Departure station | London | |
Arrival station | Cambridge | |
Journey time | From 48m | |
Distance | 49 miles (79 km) | |
Frequency | 325 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £8 | |
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Planning a day out and need more information on how to get from London to Cambridge by train? You’ve come to the right place!
The train to Cambridge from London usually takes around 1h 18m, but can take just 47m on the fastest services, with around 304 trains running on this popular route each day. Trains are direct on this route, so once you’ve boarded your train, you can sit back, relax and stay connected with free WiFi available on most services.
You'll be travelling with either Thameslink, Greater Anglia or Great Northern, depending on the station you’re departing from. Thameslink services usually depart from London St Pancras International station, Greater Anglia trains leave from London Liverpool Street and Great Northern from London Kings Cross station.
Want to snap up the cheapest fares from London to Cambridge? 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.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets from London to Cambridge in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If want to learn more about the journey first, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheaper fares and FAQs including first and last train times.
The average journey time by train between London and Cambridge is 1 hour and 17 minutes, with around 325 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from London to Cambridge is 48 minutes.
Train ticket prices from London to Cambridge can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London to Cambridge without having to change trains. There are 325 direct trains from London to Cambridge each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from London to Cambridge leaves at 04:02. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from London to Cambridge leaves at 00:32. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from London to Cambridge cover a distance of around 49 miles (79 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cambridge to London. If you’re looking for other options, you can also catch the bus from London to Cambridge.
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If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Cambridge is right for you.
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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