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Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to London

Showing times and prices for Sep 29

Cheapest

€21

Average

€24

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 traveling at rush hour.

09:20AM1h25

Cambridge

10:45AMLondon Liverpool Street

€211One-way

0 transfers

10:03AM1h12

Cambridge

11:15AMLondon Liverpool Street

€231One-way

0 transfers

08:20AM1h30

Cambridge

09:50AMLondon Liverpool Street

€251One-way

0 transfers

08:49AM1h26

Cambridge

10:15AMLondon Liverpool Street

€251One-way

0 transfers

08:17AM1h18

Cambridge

09:35AMLondon Liverpool Street

€261One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Cambridge to London

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 29

Greater Anglia

08:17AM1h18

Cambridge

09:35AMLondon Liverpool Street

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Greater Anglia

08:20AM1h30

Cambridge

09:50AMLondon Liverpool Street

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Great Northern

08:26AM1h24

Cambridge

09:50AMLondon Kings Cross

0 transfers

Great Northern

08:37AM0h54

Cambridge

09:31AMLondon Kings Cross

0 transfers

Greater Anglia

08:49AM1h26

Cambridge

10:15AMLondon Liverpool Street

0 transfers

Thameslink

08:52AM1h07

Cambridge

09:59AMLondon St Pancras International

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Fastest train times from Cambridge to London

Showing times and prices for Sep 29

Fastest Journey

54 m

Average

1 h 13 m

Trains per day

Distance

79 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Cambridge for London every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

08:37AM0h54

Cambridge

09:31AMLondon Kings Cross

€361One-way

0 transfers

08:52AM1h07

Cambridge

09:59AMLondon St Pancras International

€361One-way

0 transfers

08:17AM1h18

Cambridge

09:35AMLondon Liverpool Street

€231One-way

0 transfers

08:26AM1h24

Cambridge

09:50AMLondon Kings Cross

€361One-way

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08:49AM1h26

Cambridge

10:15AMLondon Liverpool Street

€221One-way

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Overview: Train from Cambridge to London

	Distance	48 miles (78 km)
	Average train duration	1 h 18 min
	Average train ticket price	$26 (€23)
	Train frequency	125 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 116 direct trains a day
	Train providers	Thameslink, Greater Anglia or Great Northern

Trains from Cambridge to London cover the 48 miles (78 km) long journey taking on average 1 h 18 min with our travel partners like Thameslink, Greater Anglia or Great Northern. Normally, there are 125 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $21 (€19), but the average price of train tickets is $26 (€23).

Train providers: Thameslink, Great Northern and Abellio Greater Anglia from Cambridge to London trains

For as little as $21 (€19) you can travel by train to London from Cambridge with Thameslink, Great Northern and Abellio Greater Anglia. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

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.

Abellio Greater Anglia from Cambridge to London train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 19 min
Cheapest Price: $21
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency: 34 a day

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.

Cambridge to London train information with Thameslink:

Average Duration: 1 h 13 min
Thameslink frequency: 51 a day

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.

Train information from Cambridge to London with Great Northern:

Average Duration: 50 min
Great Northern frequency: 30 a day

Trains from Cambridge to London: Journey Details

Trains from Cambridge to London are popular with travelers in the UK. London-bound train routes depart from Cambridge every 5 - 15 minutes throughout the day. Trains from Cambridge to London are direct, and passengers can arrive in just under an hour (although journey times vary, and can last up to about an hour and a half). You can also be flexible with your departure time, as trains operate from just before 5:00 a.m. until around 11:30 p.m.

Return journeys for trains from London to Cambridge are also available.

Taking the Train from Cambridge

Trains from Cambridge to London depart from Cambridge Station, the city's main railway station, which is located on Station Road, just under 2 km south-east of the city center. The busiest station in East England, there are ample facilities for storing bicycles, as well as a large car park with space for taxis to pick up and drop off passengers travelling to the station by car.

Getting into London by Train

Home to some of the UK's biggest tourist attractions, including Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament, London is not only arguably the country's most vibrant, busy and culturally diverse city, but it's also the largest. Trains from Cambridge to London will arrive at either Liverpool Street or Kings Cross stations, but both are very well connected to other London destinations; Liverpool Street is connected to the London Underground on the Circle, Hammersmith and City and Metropolitan lines and Kings Cross in on the Circle, Hammersmith and City, Metropolitan, Piccadilly, Northern and Victoria lines. Both stations are very centrally located, close to many hotels and attractions. Onward travel is also easy using public buses and taxis, and also on foot.

FAQs: Trains from Cambridge to London

FAQs: Travel by train from Cambridge to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cambridge to London.

Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to London can start from as little as $21 (€19) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cambridge to London is $26 (€23); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Cambridge to London train travel time is 1 h 18 min for the 48 mile (78 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cambridge to London leaves at 4: 38 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cambridge to London leaves at 11: 54 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Cambridge to London without having to change trains with Greater Anglia, Great Northern or Thameslink. There are 116 direct trains from Cambridge to London each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Cambridge to London train with Thameslink, Greater Anglia or Great Northern. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Cambridge to London as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 54 PM.

A day trip to London from Cambridge is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 18 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Cambridge to London is May.

Yes, you can take a bus from Cambridge to London.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Cambridge

London

Cambridge is the most popular Cambridge railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Cambridge for your trip to London.

Cambridge

Amenities at station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW

Phone Number

+44 8450507080

Public transit options for Cambridge

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station

Cambridge North Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Parking

Accessibility

Address

Cambridge North Station, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0WZ

Phone Number

+44 8450507080

Public transit options for Cambridge North

Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.

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