How much does a train ticket from London to Cambridge cost?

The average train ticket price from London to Cambridge is $43. The best way to find train tickets from London to Cambridge is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from London to Cambridge?

A train trip between London and Cambridge is around 1h 8m, although the fastest train will take about 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 49 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between London and Cambridge?

The number of trains from London to Cambridge can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 55. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from London to Cambridge by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from London to Cambridge?

When taking the train from London to Cambridge, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greater Anglia, Great Northern, ThamesLink.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from London to Cambridge?

Trains traveling between London and Cambridge leave from King's Cross or St Pancras International and arrive at Cambridge North Train Station, Cambridge Central Train Station, Whittlesford Parkway, Whittlesford (Cambridgeshire) .

What are the best sights and things to do in Cambridge?

Once in Cambridge, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Anglesey Abbey Gardens & Lode Mill, Island Hall, King's College Chapel, Linton Zoo, Imperial War Museum Duxford.

Train London to Cambridge from $11 | Refundable Tickets

TodayJul 27

from $37

TomorrowJul 28

from $22

TueJul 29

from $12

WedJul 30

from $22

ThuJul 31

from $22

FriAug 1

from $13

SatAug 2

from $22

SunAug 3

from $22

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 28 at 8:10am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Tottenham Hale
Arrival time: July 28 at 9:27am
Destination city: Cambridge
Destination location: Cambridge Central Train Station
Operated by: Greater Anglia
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 17m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 28 at 5:19pm
Departure city: London
Departure location: Tottenham Hale
Arrival time: July 28 at 6:04pm
Destination city: Cambridge
Destination location: Whittlesford Parkway, Whittlesford (Cambridgeshire)
Operated by: Greater Anglia
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 45m
Departure time: July 28 at 7:12am
Departure city: London
Departure location: King's Cross
Arrival time: July 28 at 8:09am
Destination city: Cambridge
Destination location: Cambridge North Train Station
Operated by: Great Northern
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 57m
Departure time: July 28 at 7:28am
Departure city: London
Departure location: London Liverpool Street
Arrival time: July 28 at 9:00am
Destination city: Cambridge
Destination location: Cambridge North Train Station
Operated by: Greater Anglia
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 32m
Departure time: July 28 at 7:01am
Departure city: London
Departure location: St Pancras International
Arrival time: July 28 at 8:11am
Destination city: Cambridge
Destination location: Cambridge Central Train Station
Operated by: ThamesLink
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 10m

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Cambridge.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $66	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$12 - $76	Average Duration1h 8m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $15	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends carpooling from London to Cambridge

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest ticket

3kgCO₂ emissions

Train London to Cambridge: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$43

Average train trip duration1h 8m

Number of daily trains55

Earliest train departure6:57am

Distance43 miles (69 km)

Latest train departure11:59pm

Train Companies

Greater Anglia

4.5/519 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.8

Great Northern

4/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness0

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the ticket access. Great Northern ticket prices on this trip start at $37

Great Northern London Cambridge recent customer reviews

It was a little confusing to know if our tickets would work when the train changed but luckily it did. Beyond that it was pretty straightforward

Sydney-marie R.

July 29, 2023

ThamesLink

4.5/59 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, ScotRail

London to Cambridge Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Cambridge from London, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Cambridge?

Stops in London

A - King's Cross

B - St Pancras International

C - Euston Station

D - Waterloo

E - London Bridge

F - Marylebone

Stops in Cambridge

A - Cambridge North Train Station

B - Cambridge Central Train Station

C - Whittlesford Parkway, Whittlesford (Cambridgeshire)

Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Cambridge

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How long is the train trip from London to Cambridge?
How many daily trains are there between London and Cambridge?
Which train companies travel from London to Cambridge?
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from London to Cambridge?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cambridge?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/25

$35

07/26

$35

Today

$35

07/28

$21

07/29

$11

07/30

$21

07/31

$21

08/01

$12

The cheapest trip from London to Cambridge was searched and found on Jul 29, 2025 with a price of $11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Cambridge, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $11 to $70 for a train ticket from London to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-07-29.

Usually RDG_GREAT_NORTHERN will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between London and Cambridge is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Cambridge.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Cambridge, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between London and Cambridge, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from London to Cambridge.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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Train London to Cambridge: Trip Overview

Train Companies

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London to Cambridge Train

Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Cambridge?

Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Cambridge

How much does a train ticket from London to Cambridge cost?

How long is the train trip from London to Cambridge?

How many daily trains are there between London and Cambridge?

Which train companies travel from London to Cambridge?

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from London to Cambridge?

What are the best sights and things to do in Cambridge?

Find cheapest prices for trains

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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