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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Thornaby (TBY)

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22

train journeys
per day

174

miles (280 kms)

3hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

05:57 / 01:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Thornaby (TBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Thornaby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Thornaby is approximately 174 miles (280 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 13 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Great Northern, Grand Central, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Thornaby.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Thornaby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Thornaby Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:57
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:10
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    10:16
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:57
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:19
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    13:28
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:14
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    14:15
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:00
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    15:28
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:35
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    16:16
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:00
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:14
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    17:16
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:26
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    17:29
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:14
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    18:08
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:00
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    18:32
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:00
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    19:27
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:00
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    20:30
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:07
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    22:16
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:00
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    22:27
    Cambridge
    Thornaby
    Cambridge to Thornaby

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 Thornaby Station

Station name Thornaby (TBY)
Address Thornaby station, Mandale Road, Thornaby, Cleveland, TS17 6AW
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:45
Saturday 05:45 - 19:45
Sunday 09:15 - 17:15
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cambridge and Thornaby

The travel time between Cambridge and Thornaby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Thornaby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:09.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge and Thornaby 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 & Thornaby. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Great Northern, Grand Central, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Thornaby.

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