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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Cambridge (CBG)

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15

train journeys
per day

144

miles (232 kms)

3hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

8

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Cambridge is approximately 144 miles (232 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 45 mins.

Transport for Wales, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Cambridge.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:46
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:20
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    16:00
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:56
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:32
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:30
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:32
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    19:14
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:32
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    20:03
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:32
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:56
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    23:10
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:28
    9 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    9 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Chester
    Cambridge
    Chester to Cambridge

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

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 Chester and Cambridge

The travel time between Chester and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Chester 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 Chester & Cambridge. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Cambridge.

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