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Trains from Newcastle (NCL) to Cambridge (CBG)

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31

train journeys
per day

204

miles (329 kms)

3hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

04:45 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

9

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Newcastle (NCL) to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Newcastle and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Newcastle to Cambridge is approximately 204 miles (329 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 54 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Lumo, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Newcastle and Cambridge.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Newcastle to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Newcastle to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:45
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:51
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:59
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    09:10
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    10:10
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:04
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    11:08
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:40
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    4 hrs 1 change
    12:00
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:41
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    13:05
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    4 hrs 1 change
    14:00
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:43
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    14:08
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:41
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:29
    3 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    15:05
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    16:00
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:27
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    16:08
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:51
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    16:11
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:41
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    17:10
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:01
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    18:03
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:26
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    18:13
    Newcastle
    Cambridge
    Newcastle to Cambridge

About Newcastle Station

Station name Newcastle (NCL)
Address Newcastle-upon-Tyne station, Neville Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 5DL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
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 Newcastle and Cambridge

The travel time between Newcastle and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Newcastle and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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

Amenities on trains between Newcastle 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 Newcastle & Cambridge. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Lumo, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Newcastle and Cambridge.

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