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London to Cambridge Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London to Cambridge? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as KWD 6.340, with average prices for this route around KWD 13.730. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Tue, Jun 17
    From KWD 9.940
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From KWD 6.750
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From KWD 6.750
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From KWD 6.340
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From KWD 6.340
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From KWD 7.250
  • Mon, Jun 23
    From KWD 6.340
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:35
London Kings Cross
01:57
Cambridge
1h 22m, DirectGreat Northern
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05:02
London Kings Cross
06:18
Cambridge
1h 16m, DirectGreat Northern
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05:10
London Liverpool Street
06:41
Cambridge
1h 31m, Changes requiredGreater Anglia
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05:27
London Kings Cross
06:54
Cambridge
1h 27m, DirectGreat Northern
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05:28
London Liverpool Street
06:53
Cambridge
1h 25m, DirectGreater Anglia
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05:32
London Kings Cross
06:38
Paris
1h 6m, DirectThameslink
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London to Cambridge Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:35
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure station
Departure station
London
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cambridge
Journey time
Journey time
48m
Distance
Distance
50 miles
Price
Price
KWD 6.340*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Cambridge

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between London and Cambridge, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London to Cambridge can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London to Cambridge for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London to Cambridge, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London to Cambridge Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.