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Trains from Southampton Central to Cambridge (CBG)

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36

train journeys
per day

111

miles (179 kms)

3hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

04:52 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Cambridge is approximately 111 miles (179 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 33 mins.

GWR, Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Cambridge.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:52
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    08:30
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:15
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 2 changes
    10:30
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 2 changes
    12:30
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 2 changes
    13:30
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    14:11
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 2 changes
    14:30
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:00
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 2 changes
    15:30
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:00
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    16:11
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 2 changes
    16:30
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:02
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Southampton Central
    Cambridge
    Southampton Central to Cambridge

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 Southampton Central and Cambridge

The travel time between Southampton Central and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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Amenities on trains between Southampton Central 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 Southampton Central & Cambridge. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Cambridge.

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