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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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79

train journeys
per day

48

miles (78 kms)

1hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 01:00

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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On a typical weekday there are 79 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and London Charing Cross , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 79 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to London Charing Cross is approximately 48 miles (78 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 34 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to London Charing Cross. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to London Charing Cross Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:53
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    06:29
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:23
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    06:59
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:26
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    07:14
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:39
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    07:15
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:53
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    07:29
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:09
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    07:45
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:23
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    07:59
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:26
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    08:14
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:39
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    08:15
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:53
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    08:29
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:09
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    08:40
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    08:59
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:39
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    09:10
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:29
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:09
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    09:40
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    09:58
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:37
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:10
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    10:28
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:09
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:42
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge to London Charing Cross

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 London Charing Cross Station

Station name London Charing Cross (CHX)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
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 London Charing Cross

The travel time between Cambridge and London Charing Cross by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and London Charing Cross vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 79 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:00.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge and London Charing Cross 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 & London Charing Cross. owever, there are 79 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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