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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to East Tilbury (ETL)

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42

train journeys
per day

50

miles (81 kms)

2hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

04:48 / 01:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to East Tilbury (ETL)

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On a typical weekday there are 42 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and East Tilbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 42 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to East Tilbury is approximately 50 miles (81 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 45 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, c2c, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and East Tilbury.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to East Tilbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to East Tilbury Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:48
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    07:23
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:31
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    07:57
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:39
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:28
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    08:57
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    09:27
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    09:56
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    10:26
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    11:26
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:23
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    11:57
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:53
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:23
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    12:56
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:03
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    13:26
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:23
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:56
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:03
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    14:26
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:23
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    14:56
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:03
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    15:26
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:23
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:56
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:03
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:28
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:23
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:58
    Cambridge
    East Tilbury
    Cambridge to East Tilbury

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

About East Tilbury Station

Station name East Tilbury (ETL)
Address East Tilbury station, Princess Margaret Road, East Tilbury, Essex, RM18 8SB
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 12:20
Saturday 07:30 - 13:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cambridge and East Tilbury

The travel time between Cambridge and East Tilbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and East Tilbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 42 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:09.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge and East Tilbury 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 & East Tilbury. owever, there are 42 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, c2c, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and East Tilbury.

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