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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Harpenden (HPD)

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70

train journeys
per day

33

miles (53 kms)

1hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 01:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Harpenden (HPD)

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On a typical weekday there are 70 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Harpenden , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 70 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Harpenden is approximately 33 miles (53 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 53 mins.

Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Harpenden.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Harpenden. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 46 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Harpenden Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:53
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    06:51
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:23
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    07:17
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:39
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    07:32
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:53
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    07:47
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:09
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    08:02
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:23
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    08:21
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    08:31
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:53
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    08:51
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:09
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    09:01
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    09:15
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    09:47
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:09
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    10:17
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    1 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:31
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:01
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:23
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    11:17
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:37
    1 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:53
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    11:47
    Cambridge
    Harpenden
    Cambridge to Harpenden

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 Harpenden Station

Station name Harpenden (HPD)
Address Harpenden station, Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SP
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cambridge and Harpenden

The travel time between Cambridge and Harpenden by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Harpenden vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 70 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:09.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge and Harpenden 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 & Harpenden. owever, there are 70 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Harpenden.

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