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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Leeds (LDS)

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50

train journeys
per day

131

miles (210 kms)

2hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:26 / 01:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Leeds (LDS)

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On a typical weekday there are 50 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Leeds , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 50 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Leeds is approximately 131 miles (210 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 59 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Leeds.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Leeds. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Leeds Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:26
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    08:23
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:57
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    08:52
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:57
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    09:45
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    10:47
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    10:47
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:45
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:55
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:45
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:45
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:13
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:53
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    12:47
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:57
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    12:47
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:35
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:53
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    13:45
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:45
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:21
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Cambridge
    Leeds
    Cambridge to Leeds

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 Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
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 and Leeds

The travel time between Cambridge and Leeds by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Leeds vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 50 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:09.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge and Leeds 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 & Leeds. owever, there are 50 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Leeds.

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