Train Tickets to Cambridge
London to Cambridge
48m
Manchester to Cambridge
3h 30m
Birmingham to Cambridge
2h 43m
Train travel to Cambridge guide
Cambridge Station is the principal railway station serving the historic city of Cambridge, England. Located approximately one mile southeast of the city centre, it is managed by Greater Anglia and was originally opened in 1845. It holds the status of a Grade II listed building, featuring a long, classical façade that only adds to its historic charm.
The station offers frequent rail services operated by Greater Anglia, Thameslink, CrossCountry, and Great Northern. Key destinations accessible from Cambridge Station include London King's Cross, London Liverpool Street, Stansted Airport, Norwich, Birmingham New Street, and other major cities.
Cambridge is renowned for its prestigious university, historic architecture, and vibrant cultural scene, and the station's location makes it an ideal starting point for exploring the city and its surroundings. Notable landmarks include the University of Cambridge, King's College Chapel, and the Fitzwilliam Museum. A short walk from the station leads to the old university city with its galleries, museums, and architecturally stunning colleges, offering visitors a rich cultural experience.
Which train companies run trains to Cambridge?
Depending on when you travel, you should find services run to and from Cambridge provided by the following: Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink and LNER. Journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with so it's always worth checking when booking.
What are Cambridge's opening hours?
You can expect Cambridge to be open between the hours of 0:01 and 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.
Pick up & drop off at Cambridge
Cambridge offers designated parking and pick-up/drop-off points for a seamless travel experience.
Connectivity of the Cambridge?
Trains to and from Cambridge connect easily to popular destinations like London, London Kings Cross, London Liverpool Street, Birmingham and Stansted. Buses and taxis are also readily accessible from the station to help you complete your journey. Use our train finder to get the best options for your trip.
Cambridge Live Timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information about train schedules and services for passengers traveling to and from Cambridge. Check it now to plan your next journey.
Departures
Arrivals
Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
---|---|---|---|---|
Cambridge to London Kings Cross | 17:40 | 8 | Great Northern | On time |
Cambridge to Ipswich | 17:46 | 5 | Greater Anglia | On time |
Cambridge to Brighton | 17:53 | 7 | Thameslink | On time |
Cambridge to London Kings Cross | 17:56 | 3 | Great Northern | On time |
Cambridge to Birmingham New Street | 18:00 | 6 | CrossCountry | On time |
Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
---|---|---|---|---|
Brighton to Cambridge | 15:13 | 4 | Thameslink | On time |
London Liverpool Street to Cambridge | 16:27 | 6 | Greater Anglia | On time |
Norwich to Cambridge | 16:27 | 3 | Greater Anglia | On time |
London Kings Cross to Cambridge | 16:26 | 10 | Great Northern | On time |
Kings Lynn to Cambridge | 17:10 | 1 | Great Northern | On time |
Station Details
Address: Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Facilities
ATM
Bicycle rental
Bicycle parking
Sheltered storage
CCTV at storage area
Public Wi-Fi
Payphone
Cards and coins
Post box
Refreshments
Seating facilities
First class lounge
Seating area
Waiting room
Toilet
Tourist information office
Trolleys
Ticket Office
Ticket office open
Ticket machine
Use Oyster cards
Oyster top-up
Services
Bus service
Car park
Cabstand
Metro service
Customer help point
Staff
Accessible ticket machine
Ramp for train access
Accessible toilet
Wheelchairs
Customer support
Left luggage
Lost property
Currency exchange
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