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Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Cambridge (CBG)

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13

train journeys
per day

149

miles (241 kms)

5hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

07:18 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Bay and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Bay to Cambridge is approximately 149 miles (241 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 29 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Cambridge.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Bay to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Bay to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 13th May
    07:18
    5 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    13:05
    Cardiff Bay
    Cambridge
    Cardiff Bay to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    08:18
    5 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    14:08
    Cardiff Bay
    Cambridge
    Cardiff Bay to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    09:18
    5 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    15:05
    Cardiff Bay
    Cambridge
    Cardiff Bay to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    10:18
    5 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    16:08
    Cardiff Bay
    Cambridge
    Cardiff Bay to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    11:18
    5 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    17:10
    Cardiff Bay
    Cambridge
    Cardiff Bay to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    12:18
    5 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    18:13
    Cardiff Bay
    Cambridge
    Cardiff Bay to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    13:18
    5 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    19:08
    Cardiff Bay
    Cambridge
    Cardiff Bay to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    14:18
    5 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    20:08
    Cardiff Bay
    Cambridge
    Cardiff Bay to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    15:18
    5 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    21:08
    Cardiff Bay
    Cambridge
    Cardiff Bay to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    16:18
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    22:06
    Cardiff Bay
    Cambridge
    Cardiff Bay to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    17:18
    5 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    23:10
    Cardiff Bay
    Cambridge
    Cardiff Bay to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    21:06
    11 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    08:08
    Cardiff Bay
    Cambridge
    Cardiff Bay to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    23:54
    9 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    09:02
    Cardiff Bay
    Cambridge
    Cardiff Bay to Cambridge

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Cardiff Bay and Cambridge

The travel time between Cardiff Bay and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Bay and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Bay 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 Cardiff Bay & Cambridge. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Cambridge.

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