Cambridge to London train with Great Northern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to London

Showing times and prices for 30 Jun

Cheapest price

10S$

Average price

24S$

Fastest journey

46 m

Average duration

46 m

Trains per day

199

Distance

79 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cambridge to London will cost around 24S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 10S$.

Fast trains

Of the 199 trains that leave Cambridge for London every day 198 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .

The slowest trains will take 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Greater AngliaP76347
    3:18 PM1h24
    Cambridge station (CBG)
    4:42 PMLondon Liverpool Street (LST)
    10 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • Greater AngliaP76335
    2:18 PM1h24
    Cambridge station (CBG)
    3:42 PMLondon Liverpool Street (LST)
    10 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • Greater AngliaP76323
    1:18 PM1h24
    Cambridge station (CBG)
    2:42 PMLondon Liverpool Street (LST)
    10 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • Greater AngliaP76288
    10:22 AM1h20
    Cambridge South
    11:42 AMLondon Liverpool Street (LST)
    12 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • Greater AngliaP76282
    10:03 AM1h09
    Cambridge South
    11:12 AMLondon Liverpool Street (LST)
    12 S$1One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cambridge to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 7S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of 7S$, and a coach costs an average of 8S$.

Distance: 79 km

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Coach

23S$

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Cheapest

34S$

Average Price

1h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 16m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 7m

Average total duration

2h 37m

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Live departures

Cambridge to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to London trains for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkW45410
Delayed
2:45 PM 3:25 PMCambridge South
1h04
3:47 PM 3:47 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP666703:39 PM Cambridge South
1h19
4:58 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770303:46 PM Cambridge South
0h46
4:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454803:54 PM Cambridge South
1h05
4:59 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76353
On time
3:57 PM Cambridge South
1h16
5:13 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC22578
On time
4:00 PM Cambridge South
1h23
5:23 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770354:16 PM Cambridge South
0h46
5:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76359
On time
4:22 PM Cambridge South
1h21
5:43 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45411
On time
4:25 PM Cambridge South
1h04
5:29 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC225854:28 PM Cambridge South
1h24
5:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66672
On time
4:39 PM Cambridge South
1h19
5:58 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770414:46 PM Cambridge South
0h46
5:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC22583
On time
4:58 PM Cambridge South
1h25
6:23 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76365
On time
5:03 PM Cambridge South
1h10
6:13 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770475:14 PM Cambridge South
0h48
6:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76371
On time
5:21 PM Cambridge South
1h22
6:43 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45409
Delayed
4:27 PM 5:25 PMCambridge South
1h04
6:29 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC22584
On time
5:28 PM Cambridge South
1h25
6:53 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG77053
On time
5:42 PM Cambridge South
0h52
6:34 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76377
On time
5:49 PM Cambridge South
1h24
7:13 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454855:55 PM Cambridge South
1h04
6:59 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC22577
On time
5:58 PM Cambridge South
1h26
7:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG77059
On time
6:12 PM Cambridge South
0h50
7:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763836:21 PM Cambridge South
1h21
7:42 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45407
Delayed
5:34 PM 6:25 PMCambridge South
1h04
6:34 PM 6:34 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76231
On time
4:52 AM Cambridge South
1h14
6:06 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454714:55 AM Cambridge South
1h04
5:59 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76235
On time
5:21 AM Cambridge South
1h21
6:42 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454125:25 AM Cambridge South
1h04
6:29 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101805:28 AM Cambridge South
1h24
6:52 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76451 · P010695:40 AM Cambridge South
1h19
6:59 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)1 change
Greater AngliaP76239
On time
5:45 AM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h30
7:15 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC933115:46 AM Cambridge South
0h51
6:37 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76239
On time
5:49 AM Cambridge South
1h26
7:15 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454685:55 AM Cambridge South
1h04
6:59 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC826725:59 AM Cambridge South
1h04
7:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC933176:15 AM Cambridge South
0h52
7:07 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP666596:18 AM Cambridge South
1h13
7:31 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76243
On time
6:21 AM Cambridge South
1h25
7:46 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454276:25 AM Cambridge South
1h04
7:29 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC826746:29 AM Cambridge South
1h05
7:34 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG270026:45 AM Cambridge South
0h52
7:37 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP666616:48 AM Cambridge South
1h12
8:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP762476:51 AM Cambridge South
1h25
8:16 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG282686:55 AM Cambridge South
1h04
7:59 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC826766:59 AM Cambridge South
1h04
8:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC933257:15 AM Cambridge South
0h52
8:07 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP666647:18 AM Cambridge South
1h12
8:30 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP762527:21 AM Cambridge South
1h24
8:45 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454017:25 AM Cambridge South
1h04
8:29 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC826787:29 AM Cambridge South
1h06
8:35 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC933317:45 AM Cambridge South
0h54
8:39 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP666667:48 AM Cambridge South
1h12
9:00 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP762587:51 AM Cambridge South
1h25
9:16 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW453917:55 AM Cambridge South
1h04
8:59 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC826817:59 AM Cambridge South
1h04
9:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP666688:13 AM Cambridge South
1h18
9:31 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC933368:16 AM Cambridge South
0h53
9:09 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76264
On time
8:22 AM Cambridge South
1h23
9:45 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454088:25 AM Cambridge South
1h04
9:29 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC826878:29 AM Cambridge South
1h04
9:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG270048:45 AM Cambridge South
0h52
9:37 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP762708:52 AM Cambridge South
1h21
10:13 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101748:54 AM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h28
10:22 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454898:55 AM Cambridge South
1h04
9:59 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101748:58 AM Cambridge South
1h24
10:22 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC933479:12 AM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h55
10:07 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC933479:16 AM Cambridge South
0h51
10:07 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP762769:22 AM Cambridge South
1h20
10:42 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC186369:24 AM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h28
10:52 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454309:25 AM Cambridge South
1h04
10:29 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC186369:28 AM Cambridge South
1h24
10:52 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG270059:42 AM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h50
10:32 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG270059:46 AM Cambridge South
0h46
10:32 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454729:55 AM Cambridge South
1h04
10:59 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101759:56 AM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h26
11:22 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC1017510:00 AM Cambridge South
1h22
11:22 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP7628210:03 AM Cambridge South
1h09
11:12 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC9335710:10 AM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h52
11:02 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC9335710:14 AM Cambridge South
0h48
11:02 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP7628810:22 AM Cambridge South
1h20
11:42 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC2256610:24 AM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h28
11:52 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4540210:25 AM Cambridge South
1h04
11:29 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC2256610:28 AM Cambridge South
1h24
11:52 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC9336210:42 AM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h50
11:32 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC9336210:46 AM Cambridge South
0h46
11:32 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4548210:55 AM Cambridge South
1h04
11:59 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP7629411:03 AM Cambridge South
1h09
12:12 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC9336711:12 AM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h50
12:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC9336711:16 AM Cambridge South
0h46
12:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP7630011:22 AM Cambridge South
1h20
12:42 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC2259311:24 AM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h28
12:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4543611:25 AM Cambridge South
1h04
12:29 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC2259311:28 AM Cambridge South
1h24
12:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC9337211:42 AM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h50
12:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC9337211:46 AM Cambridge South
0h46
12:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4547311:55 AM Cambridge South
1h04
12:59 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP7630612:03 PM Cambridge South
1h09
1:12 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC9337712:12 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h50
1:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC9337712:16 PM Cambridge South
0h46
1:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP7631112:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h24
1:42 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP7631112:22 PM Cambridge South
1h20
1:42 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC1011412:24 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h28
1:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4539912:25 PM Cambridge South
1h04
1:29 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC1011412:28 PM Cambridge South
1h24
1:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG7700012:42 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h50
1:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG7700012:46 PM Cambridge South
0h46
1:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4549112:55 PM Cambridge South
1h04
1:59 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763171:03 PM Cambridge South
1h09
2:12 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770051:12 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h51
2:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770051:16 PM Cambridge South
0h47
2:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763231:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h24
2:42 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763231:22 PM Cambridge South
1h20
2:42 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101621:24 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h28
2:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454311:25 PM Cambridge South
1h04
2:29 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101621:28 PM Cambridge South
1h24
2:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770101:42 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h50
2:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770101:46 PM Cambridge South
0h46
2:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454881:55 PM Cambridge South
1h04
2:59 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763292:03 PM Cambridge South
1h09
3:12 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770152:12 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h50
3:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770152:16 PM Cambridge South
0h46
3:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763352:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h24
3:42 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763352:22 PM Cambridge South
1h20
3:42 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101852:24 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h28
3:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454062:25 PM Cambridge South
1h04
3:29 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101852:28 PM Cambridge South
1h24
3:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770202:42 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h50
3:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770202:46 PM Cambridge South
0h46
3:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454812:55 PM Cambridge South
1h04
3:59 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763413:03 PM Cambridge South
1h09
4:12 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770253:12 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h50
4:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770253:16 PM Cambridge South
0h46
4:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763473:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h24
4:42 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763473:22 PM Cambridge South
1h20
4:42 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101783:24 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h28
4:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454103:25 PM Cambridge South
1h04
4:29 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101783:28 PM Cambridge South
1h24
4:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Cambridge to London?

The best time to book your train from Cambridge to London is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Cambridge to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Cambridge to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Cambridge to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Cambridge to London

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Trains from Cambridge to London run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 7S$ if you book in advance.

There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
79 km
Average train duration
1h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
7S$
Trains per day
14
Direct trains
13
Fastest train
50m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
49 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, CrossCountry from Cambridge to London trainsGreat Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, CrossCountry trains will get you between Cambridge and London from 7S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 13m
Cheapest Price
14S$
Greater Anglia frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
7S$
Great Northern frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 8m
Cheapest Price
14S$
Thameslink frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Cambridge to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to London by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to London can start from as little as 7S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cambridge to London is 23S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Cambridge to London is 50m to travel the 79 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Cambridge to London leaves at 12:01 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Cambridge to London leaves at 11:58 pm.
Yes, there are 13 direct trains a day from Cambridge to London with Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Cambridge to London, you can count on Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, CrossCountry for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Cambridge and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to London from Cambridge is worth doing with a journey time of 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Cambridge to London is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cambridge and London including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and London

Cambridge
London
The major train station for departures in Cambridge is Cambridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cambridge for your trip from Cambridge to London.
CambridgeWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cambridge
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
Cambridge NorthWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Station foyer
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Adjacent station building
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
Public transport options for Cambridge North
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.

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