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Paisley to Cambridge by train

First train

05:04

Last train

16:27

Departure station

Paisley

Arrival station

Cambridge

Journey time

From 6h 40m

Distance

313 miles (504 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway, Lumo

Travelling from Paisley to Cambridge by train

Looking to travel from Paisley to Cambridge by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 7 hours 19 minutes to travel from Paisley to Cambridge by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 40 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 313 miles (504 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Cambridge, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo to get to Cambridge. 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 Paisley to Cambridge 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!

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.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Paisley to Cambridge? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Paisley and Cambridge by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Paisley to Cambridge is 6 hours and 40 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Paisley to Cambridge?

No, there are no direct train services from Paisley to Cambridge. Travelling from Paisley to Cambridge by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Paisley to Cambridge leave?

The first train from Paisley to Cambridge leaves at 05:04. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Paisley to Cambridge leave?

The last train from Paisley to Cambridge leaves at 16:27. 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.

What's the distance between Paisley and Cambridge by train?

Trains travelling from Paisley to Cambridge cover a distance of around 313 miles (504 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cambridge to Paisley.

Cheap train tickets from Paisley to Cambridge

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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