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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Cambridge (CBG)

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34

train journeys
per day

61

miles (98 kms)

1hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

00:44 / 00:25

first / last train

16

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Cambridge , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Cambridge is approximately 61 miles (98 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 41 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Cambridge.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:44
    6 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    07:33
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:12
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    08:02
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    1 hrs 53 mins Direct
    08:08
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:14
    1 hrs 56 mins Direct
    09:10
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:18
    1 hrs 52 mins Direct
    10:10
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:31
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:14
    1 hrs 54 mins Direct
    11:08
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:31
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:04
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:32
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:13
    1 hrs 52 mins Direct
    13:05
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:33
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:12
    1 hrs 56 mins Direct
    14:08
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:32
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:13
    1 hrs 52 mins Direct
    15:05
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:12
    1 hrs 56 mins Direct
    16:08
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:32
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    17:03
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:12
    1 hrs 58 mins Direct
    17:10
    Leicester
    Cambridge
    Leicester to Cambridge

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 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 Available
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 Leicester and Cambridge

The travel time between Leicester and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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

Amenities on trains between Leicester and Cambridge can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Leicester to Cambridge

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Cambridge.

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