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Outbound fromPembroke to Cambridge by train
It takes an average of 14h 34m to travel from Pembroke to Cambridge by train, over a distance of around 218 miles (351 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Pembroke to Cambridge and tickets for this journey start from £105 when you book in advance.
| First train | 16:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:15 | |
| Departure station | Pembroke | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge | |
| Journey time | From 12h 43m | |
| Distance | 218 miles (351 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 4 changes | |
| Price | From £105 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Pembroke to Cambridge in 12 hours 43 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Pembroke to Cambridge? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 14 hours 34 minutes to travel the 218 miles (351 km) from Pembroke to Cambridge by train, although you can get there in as little as 12 hours 43 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 4 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Transport for Wales 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 Pembroke to Cambridge in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £105.00. 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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