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Trains from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge (CBG)

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34

train journeys
per day

88

miles (142 kms)

2hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:19 / 00:28

first / last train

16

direct trains

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham New Street and Cambridge , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge is approximately 88 miles (142 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 12 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:19
    2 hrs 49 mins Direct
    08:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:06
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:22
    2 hrs 48 mins Direct
    09:10
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:22
    2 hrs 48 mins Direct
    10:10
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:47
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:22
    2 hrs 46 mins Direct
    11:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:47
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:47
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:22
    2 hrs 43 mins Direct
    13:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:47
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:22
    2 hrs 46 mins Direct
    14:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:47
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:22
    2 hrs 43 mins Direct
    15:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:47
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:22
    2 hrs 46 mins Direct
    16:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:47
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:22
    2 hrs 48 mins Direct
    17:10
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:47
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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 New Street and Cambridge

The travel time between Birmingham New Street and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham New Street and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:28.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge

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

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