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Trains from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North (CMB)

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36

train journeys
per day

88

miles (142 kms)

2hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:19 / 01:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North (CMB)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham New Street and Cambridge North , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North is approximately 88 miles (142 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 20 mins.

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

There are 5 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.

Map of the rail routes from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North

Journeys from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North Today

  • Mon 20th Jan
    05:19
    2 hrs 54 mins1 change
    08:13
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:06
    3 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    09:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:22
    3 hrs 8 mins1 change
    09:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:28
    3 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    09:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:47
    3 hrs 22 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    10:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:49
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    10:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    07:22
    3 hrs1 change
    10:22
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    07:47
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    10:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:21
    2 hrs 57 mins1 change
    11:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:47
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    11:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:47
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    12:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:49
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    13:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:22
    2 hrs 56 mins1 change
    13:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:47
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    13:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:49
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    14:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    11:22
    2 hrs 56 mins1 change
    14:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    11:47
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    14:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    12:22
    2 hrs 56 mins1 change
    15:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    12:47
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    15:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    13:22
    2 hrs 58 mins1 change
    16:20
    Birmingham New Street
    Cambridge North
    Birmingham New Street to Cambridge North

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
AddressBirmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Cambridge North Station

Station name Cambridge North (CMB)
AddressCambridge North Station, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0AE
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham New Street and Cambridge North

The travel time between Birmingham New Street and Cambridge North by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham New Street and Cambridge North vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:16.

First class tickets on trains between Birmingham New Street and Cambridge North typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birmingham New Street 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 New Street & Cambridge North. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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