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

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72

train journeys
per day

48

miles (78 kms)

1hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

03:20 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 72 scheduled rail journeys between London Charing Cross and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 72 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Charing Cross to Cambridge is approximately 48 miles (78 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 37 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, CrossCountry, Southeastern, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Cambridge.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Charing Cross to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from London Charing Cross to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:20
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    06:12
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:51
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    06:27
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:05
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    06:38
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:38
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    07:11
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:59
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    07:30
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:08
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    07:41
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:29
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    08:00
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:38
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    08:11
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:04
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    08:30
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:08
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    08:41
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:34
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    09:00
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:38
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    09:11
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:04
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    09:30
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:08
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    09:41
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:34
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    10:00
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:38
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:11
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:03
    1 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    10:30
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:08
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:41
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:34
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    11:00
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:38
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    11:11
    London Charing Cross
    Cambridge
    London Charing Cross to Cambridge

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Charing Cross and Cambridge

The travel time between London Charing Cross and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Charing Cross and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 72 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Charing Cross & Cambridge. owever, there are 72 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, CrossCountry, Southeastern, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Cambridge.

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