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Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Cambridge (CBG)

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26

train journeys
per day

80

miles (129 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

00:10 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham International and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham International to Cambridge is approximately 80 miles (129 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 24 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham International and Cambridge.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham International to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham International to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:10
    7 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    08:08
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:17
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:58
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:30
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:33
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:58
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:33
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    18:30
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:58
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    19:00
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:33
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    19:30
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:58
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    20:03
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:33
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    20:30
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:58
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    21:00
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:33
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:58
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    22:00
    Birmingham International
    Cambridge
    Birmingham International to Cambridge

About Birmingham International Station

Station name Birmingham International (BHI)
Address Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:00
Saturday 06:15 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham International and Cambridge

The travel time between Birmingham International and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham International and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Birmingham International and Cambridge can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birmingham International & Cambridge. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham International and Cambridge.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham International and Cambridge, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.