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Trains from Braintree (BTR) to Cambridge (CBG)

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21

train journeys
per day

28

miles (45 kms)

2hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Braintree (BTR) to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Braintree and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Braintree to Cambridge is approximately 28 miles (45 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 6 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Braintree and Cambridge.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Braintree to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Braintree to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 13th May
    05:43
    2 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    08:30
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    06:40
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    09:08
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    07:25
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    08:11
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    09:00
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    09:59
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    10:59
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:41
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    11:59
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    12:59
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    13:59
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    14:59
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    15:59
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    16:59
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    19:41
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    17:44
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    18:33
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    21:06
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    19:25
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    22:08
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    20:10
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    22:50
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    21:00
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    23:39
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    21:59
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    00:38
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    22:55
    7 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    06:18
    Braintree
    Cambridge
    Braintree to Cambridge

About Braintree Station

Station name Braintree (BTR)
Address Braintree station, Station Approach, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3QL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 15:00
Saturday 05:45 - 13:05
Sunday 07:45 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Braintree and Cambridge

The travel time between Braintree and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Braintree and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Braintree 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 Braintree & Cambridge. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Braintree and Cambridge.

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