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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Brighton | Cambridge Central Train Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Brighton | Cambridge Central Train Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Brighton | Cambridge Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Brighton | Cambridge Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Brighton to Cambridge
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. ThamesLink ticket prices on this trip start at £51
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brighton to Cambridge by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Brighton to Cambridge?
The cheapest train tickets from Brighton to Cambridge start from £51. The average price for this train route is around £72. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Brighton to Cambridge?
The average train journey time from Brighton to Cambridge is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 95 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 25m and is operated by ThamesLink.
Which train operators serve the Brighton to Cambridge route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Brighton to Cambridge?
The earliest train from Brighton to Cambridge departs at 07:09. And the latest train departs at 17:44.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Brighton to Cambridge was searched and found on 20 Mar 2026 with a price of £25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Brighton to Cambridge as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £25 to £111 for a train ticket from Brighton to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2026-03-25.
