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Southport to Cambridge Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Southport to Cambridge? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as KWD 9.130, with average prices for this route around KWD 21.870. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
15:24 5 hours 29 minutes, Changes required Southport	20:53 Cambridge	Find Tickets
15:24 5 hours 44 minutes, Changes required Southport	21:08 Cambridge	Find Tickets
16:03 4 hours 57 minutes, Changes required Southport	21:00 Cambridge	Find Tickets
16:30 5 hours 23 minutes, Changes required Southport	21:53 Cambridge	Find Tickets
16:30 5 hours 35 minutes, Changes required Southport	22:05 Cambridge	Find Tickets
16:33 5 hours 32 minutes, Changes required Southport	22:05 Paris	Find Tickets

Southport to Cambridge Train Route Details

First train

06:03

Last train

23:18

Departure station

Southport

Arrival station

Cambridge

Journey time

4 hours 31 minutes

Distance

266 km

Price

KWD 9.130*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Southport to Cambridge

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Southport to Cambridge during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southport 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%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Southport to Cambridge, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Southport to Cambridge more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southport 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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Trains from Southport to Cambridge from KWD 9.130

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Southport to Cambridge Train prices and times

Southport to Cambridge Train Route Details