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Trains from London Waterloo to Cambridge (CBG)

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81

train journeys
per day

48

miles (78 kms)

1hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

03:17 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 81 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 81 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Cambridge is approximately 48 miles (78 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 38 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Cambridge.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:17
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    05:55
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:32
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    06:18
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:51
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    06:27
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:02
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    06:38
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:32
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    07:07
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    07:30
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:02
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    07:38
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:29
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    08:02
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    08:11
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:01
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    08:30
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:02
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:41
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:34
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    09:02
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:11
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:04
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    09:30
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:05
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:41
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:34
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    10:02
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    10:11
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:04
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    10:30
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:05
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    10:41
    London Waterloo
    Cambridge
    London Waterloo to Cambridge

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 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 London Waterloo and Cambridge

The travel time between London Waterloo and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 81 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo 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 London Waterloo & Cambridge. owever, there are 81 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Cambridge.

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