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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Cambridge North (CMB)

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26

train journeys
per day

86

miles (139 kms)

2hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:19 / 01:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Cambridge North (CMB)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Cambridge North , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Cambridge North is approximately 86 miles (139 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 13 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Cambridge North.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Cambridge North Today

  • Mon 27th May
    05:19
    3 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    08:23
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    06:22
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    07:22
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    10:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    08:22
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:20
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    09:21
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    10:22
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    13:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    11:22
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    14:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    11:47
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    12:22
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    15:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    12:47
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    13:22
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    16:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    13:47
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    14:22
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    17:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    14:47
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    15:22
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    18:32
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    15:47
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    19:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    16:22
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    19:20
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    16:47
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    19:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    16:52
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    20:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 27th May
    17:22
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    20:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
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 Cambridge North Station

Station name Cambridge North (CMB)
Address Cambridge North Station, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0AE
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham Stations and Cambridge North

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Cambridge North by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Cambridge North vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:14.

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Amenities on trains between Birmingham Stations and Cambridge North can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birmingham Stations & Cambridge North. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Cambridge North.

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