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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Major university museum with masterpieces, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand building. A leading cultural highlight in Cambridge.
Cheapest price on Sep 30
€84
Average ticket price on Sep 30
€84
Fastest journey on Sep 30
1 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 30
1 h 59 m
Trains on Sep 30
12
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Cambridge will cost around €84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €84.
It's difficult to get from Bedford to Cambridge without transferring at least once.
W45556 · W45423
W45554 · W45476
W45561 · W45432
W45523 · W45424
W45525 · W45479
G77024+
C04247
G77018+
C04243
G77014+
C04239
G27006+
C04220
C93350+
C04212The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Cambridge trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C93350+ C04212 | 8:10 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 1h59 | 10:09 AM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
W45520 · W45478 | 8:16 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 2h19 | 10:35 AM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
C93356+ C04215 | 8:39 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 2h00 | 10:39 AM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
W45523 · W45424 | 8:46 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 2h19 | 11:05 AM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
G27006+ C04220 | 9:10 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 1h59 | 11:09 AM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
W45525 · W45479 | 9:16 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 2h19 | 11:35 AM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
G77014+ C04239 | 12:40 PM Bedford station (BDM) | 1h59 | 2:39 PM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
W45561 · W45432 | 12:46 PM Bedford station (BDM) | 2h19 | 3:05 PM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
G77018+ C04243 | 1:10 PM Bedford station (BDM) | 1h59 | 3:09 PM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
W45554 · W45476 | 1:16 PM Bedford station (BDM) | 2h19 | 3:35 PM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
G77024+ C04247 | 1:40 PM Bedford station (BDM) | 1h59 | 3:39 PM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
W45556 · W45423 | 1:46 PM Bedford station (BDM) | 2h19 | 4:05 PM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bedford to Cambridge run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 12:40 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Best time to book 1 day |
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Major university museum with masterpieces, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand building. A leading cultural highlight in Cambridge.
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Acclaimed anthropology museum displaying world cultures through remarkable objects and thoughtful interpretation. Rich, memorable and family friendly.
The city's most famous riverside walking area, lined with college gardens and views. Classic place for strolling, punting and photography.
Historic central square with market stalls, buskers and everyday city life. A practical and lively base for sightseeing and shopping.
Leafy riverside common ideal for walking, picnics and broad views of the college skyline. Popular with locals and visitors year-round.
A creamy dessert of whipped cream, meringue and raspberry coulis, created at Cambridge’s Trinity College and named after the River Cam.
The Cambridge version of crème brûlée, linked to Trinity College. It has a rich custard base with a hard caramelised sugar top.
Tender local asparagus from the Cambridgeshire fens, prized in spring for its sweetness and freshness, often served simply with butter or eggs.
Elegant riverside fine dining restaurant known for refined British tasting menus and polished service in a historic setting.
Historic city-centre restaurant serving modern British cooking with seasonal ingredients in a smart, intimate atmosphere.
Well-known Cambridge pub and dining room offering classic British dishes, cask ales and a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels often cost more in peak season, but dining and local buses are manageable for most tourists.
Service may be included; if not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford 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.

Most Bedford to Cambridge trains use the Bedford to Cambridge South station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge. Use this guide to compare Bedford and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bedford St Johns has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bedford St Johns.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Bedford St Johns: Parking.
Available at Bedford St Johns: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford St Johns: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: 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.
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: 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.
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