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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Cambridge

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Sept

Cheapest price on 29 Sept

24S$

Average ticket price on 29 Sept

42S$

Fastest journey on 29 Sept

45 m

Average journey duration on 29 Sept

45 m

Trains on 29 Sept

107

Distance

79 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Cambridge will cost around 42S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 24S$.

Fast trains

On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 107 trains from London to Cambridge, including 89 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .

The slowest trains will take 45 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 AngliaP66396 · P77490
    12:36 PM1h31
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    2:07 PMCambridge station (CBG)
    24 S$1One-way
    1 change
  • Greater AngliaP76229
    5:12 AM1h32
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    6:44 AMCambridge South
    27 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • Greater AngliaP01070 · P76229
    5:21 AM1h28
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    6:49 AMCambridge station (CBG)
    27 S$1One-way
    1 change
  • Greater AngliaP76303 · P77490
    12:24 PM1h51
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    2:15 PMCambridge North (CMB)
    27 S$1One-way
    1 change
  • ThameslinkW45388
    7:31 PM1h04
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    8:35 PMCambridge South
    29 S$1One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

London to Cambridge train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Cambridge trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great NorthernG7699812:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
1:09 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76303
On time
12:24 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
1:44 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4546712:31 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
1:35 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10184
On time
12:36 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h23
1:59 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG2700812:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
1:39 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP7749012:54 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h08
2:02 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45434
On time
1:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
2:05 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32926 · W454741:16 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h19
2:35 PM Cambridge South1 change
Great NorthernG77008
On time
1:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
2:09 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763141:24 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
2:44 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454741:31 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
2:35 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10187
On time
1:36 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h23
2:59 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770141:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
2:39 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763201:54 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h08
3:02 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45432
On time
2:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
3:05 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10183
On time
2:06 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h23
3:29 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763262:24 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
3:44 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770182:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
3:09 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454762:31 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
3:35 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101712:36 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h23
3:59 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763322:54 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h21
4:15 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770242:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
3:39 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45423
On time
3:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
4:05 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101663:06 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h23
4:29 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32921+Great NorthernC101663:16 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h13
4:29 PM Cambridge South1 change
Great NorthernG770283:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
4:09 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763383:24 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
4:44 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45393
On time
3:31 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
4:35 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101723:36 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h25
5:01 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770343:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
4:39 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763443:54 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
5:14 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45433
On time
4:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
5:05 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101644:06 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h25
5:31 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770394:18 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
5:09 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18487+ThameslinkW454704:19 PM Moorgate (MOG)
1h16
5:35 PM Cambridge South1 change
Greater AngliaP763504:24 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
5:44 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18610 · C826714:27 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h39
6:06 PM Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
ThameslinkW454704:31 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
5:35 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG27010
On time
4:48 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
5:39 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76356
On time
4:53 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
6:13 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC826714:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h05
5:59 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45405
On time
5:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
6:05 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18533+ThameslinkW32922+Great NorthernC82673
On time
5:02 PM Moorgate (MOG)
1h27
6:29 PM Cambridge South
2 changes
Greater AngliaP666585:08 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h10
6:18 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66658 · P011695:08 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h26
6:34 PM Cambridge North (CMB)1 change
ThameslinkW32922+Great NorthernC826735:16 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h13
6:29 PM Cambridge South1 change
Great NorthernG77051
On time
5:18 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
6:09 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76362
On time
5:23 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h21
6:44 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC826735:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h05
6:29 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454645:31 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
6:35 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP666605:38 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h09
6:47 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG77058
On time
5:48 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
6:39 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18482+ThameslinkW45429
On time
5:50 PM Moorgate (MOG)
1h15
7:05 PM Cambridge South
1 change
Greater AngliaP76368
On time
5:53 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h22
7:15 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC826755:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h05
6:59 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45429
On time
6:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
7:05 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP666636:08 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h10
7:18 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG770646:18 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
7:09 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18495+ThameslinkW45390
On time
6:19 PM Moorgate (MOG)
1h16
7:35 PM Cambridge South
1 change
Greater AngliaP763746:23 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h21
7:44 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC826776:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h05
7:29 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45390
On time
6:31 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
7:35 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP666656:37 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h10
7:47 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG77071
On time
6:48 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
7:39 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP763806:53 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h21
8:14 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC826796:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h08
8:02 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45404
On time
7:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h05
8:06 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP666677:08 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h09
8:17 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernX386717:18 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
8:09 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76386
On time
7:24 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
8:44 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45388
On time
7:31 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
8:35 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18491+ThameslinkW45400
On time
7:36 PM Moorgate (MOG)
1h29
9:05 PM Cambridge South
1 change
Great NorthernG77082
On time
7:48 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
8:39 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC826907:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h05
8:59 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP76392
On time
7:54 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h08
9:02 PM Cambridge South
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454008:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
9:05 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC22587+ThameslinkW454758:16 PM Moorgate (MOG)
1h19
9:35 PM Cambridge South1 change
Tuesday, 29 September
Great NorthernC824955:01 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h12
6:13 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP762295:12 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h32
6:44 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP01070 · P762295:21 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h28
6:49 AM Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
ThameslinkC824995:31 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h04
6:35 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101675:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h23
6:59 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP762335:54 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h21
7:15 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC933155:54 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
6:39 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG771266:01 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h04
7:05 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG273426:06 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h23
7:29 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG88732+Great NorthernG273426:17 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h12
7:29 AM Cambridge South1 change
Greater AngliaP762376:24 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h21
7:45 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454776:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
7:35 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101636:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h25
8:01 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10163+ThameslinkG282566:46 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h15
8:01 AM Cambridge South1 change
Great NorthernC933246:54 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
7:39 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP762416:54 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h21
8:15 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW453987:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
8:05 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101867:05 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h26
8:31 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10186+ThameslinkW328707:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h15
8:31 AM Cambridge South1 change
Great NorthernC933297:24 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
8:09 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP762457:24 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
8:44 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454657:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
8:35 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101657:35 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h24
8:59 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32908+Great NorthernC101657:46 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h13
8:59 AM Cambridge South1 change
Great NorthernC933357:54 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
8:39 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP762497:54 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
9:14 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454378:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
9:05 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101738:05 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h24
9:29 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP666698:08 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h09
9:17 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32879+Great NorthernC101738:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h13
9:29 AM Cambridge South1 change
Great NorthernC933408:24 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
9:09 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP762558:24 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
9:44 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454908:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
9:35 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101778:35 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h24
9:59 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32902+Great NorthernC101778:46 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h13
9:59 AM Cambridge South1 change
Greater AngliaP762618:54 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h08
10:02 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC933468:54 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
9:39 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454359:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
10:05 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP666719:08 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h08
10:16 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC933509:24 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
10:09 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP762679:24 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
10:44 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW454789:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
10:35 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC185499:35 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h24
10:59 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32906+Great NorthernC185499:46 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h13
10:59 AM Cambridge South1 change
Great NorthernC933569:54 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
10:39 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP762739:54 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h08
11:02 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4542410:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
11:05 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG2700610:24 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
11:09 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP7627910:24 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
11:44 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4547910:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
11:35 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC1018210:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h23
11:59 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32895+Great NorthernC1018210:46 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h13
11:59 AM Cambridge South1 change
Great NorthernC9336610:54 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
11:39 AM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP7628510:54 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h08
12:02 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4542811:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
12:05 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG2700711:24 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
12:09 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP7629111:24 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1h20
12:44 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4549311:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
12:35 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC1018811:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h23
12:59 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG28257+Great NorthernC1018811:46 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h13
12:59 PM Cambridge South1 change
Great NorthernC9337611:54 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h45
12:39 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4542512:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
1:05 PM Cambridge South0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Cambridge

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Trains from London to Cambridge run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 8S$ if you book in advance.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 44m.

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 10m
Cheapest ticket price
8S$
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
44m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
70 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 from London to Cambridge trainsGreat Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink trains will get you between London and Cambridge from 8S$. 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 Greater Anglia Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Greater Anglia Price
8S$
Greater Anglia frequency
3 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

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 Great Northern Duration
44m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
14S$
Great Northern frequency
4 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 Thameslink Duration
58m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
14S$
Thameslink frequency
2 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: London to Cambridge train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Cambridge can start from as little as 8S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Cambridge is 41S$; 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 London to Cambridge is 44m 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 London to Cambridge leaves at 12:01 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from London to Cambridge leaves at 11:58 pm.
Yes, there are 9 direct trains a day from London to Cambridge with Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Great Northern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London to Cambridge, you can count on Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Great Northern for the best way to get you to Cambridge. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and Cambridge and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Cambridge from London is worth doing with a journey time of 44m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Cambridge including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Cambridge

Most London to Cambridge trains use the London Kings Cross to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge South. Use this guide to compare London and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Cambridge
London Kings CrossEuston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre

Bus73, N73 · 27m · 3S$ · every ~33 min
390 · 29m · 3S$ · every ~27 min
91, N91 · 29m · 23S$ · every ~28 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 7m · 3S$ · every ~91 min

London Kings Cross train station facilities and services

London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.

London Liverpool StreetLondon Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY+44 345 711 4141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre

London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth · 11m · 3S$ · every ~30 min
BusN26, N550, N551 · 22m · 6S$ · every ~8 min
A8 · 23m · 2S$ · every ~11 min
76 · 26m · 3S$ · every ~27 min
SubwayCentral · 8m · 5S$ · every ~94 min

London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services

London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

London St Pancras InternationalPancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK+44 2078437688WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre

Bus91, N91 · 23m · 17S$ · every ~28 min
73, N73 · 26m · 3S$ · every ~33 min
390 · 48m · 3S$ · every ~27 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 11m · 3S$ · every ~91 min

London St Pancras International train station facilities and services

London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.

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