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Trains from Cambridge North (CMB) to Reading

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38

train journeys
per day

71

miles (115 kms)

2hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cambridge North (CMB) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge North and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge North to Reading is approximately 71 miles (115 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 34 mins.

Elizabeth Line, CrossCountry, GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge North and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge North to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge North to Reading Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:30
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    07:51
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:03
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:37
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:03
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:33
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:03
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:33
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:03
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:31
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:03
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:31
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:03
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:31
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:03
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:11
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:31
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:03
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:31
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:03
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    16:11
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:31
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:41
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:03
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Cambridge North
    Reading
    Cambridge North to Reading

About Cambridge North Station

Station name Cambridge North (CMB)
Address Cambridge North Station, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0AE
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cambridge North and Reading

The travel time between Cambridge North and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge North and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cambridge North & Reading. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, CrossCountry, GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge North and Reading.

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