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Trains from Southend East (SOE) to Cambridge (CBG)

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50

train journeys
per day

51

miles (83 kms)

2hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

04:21 / 00:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southend East (SOE) to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 50 scheduled rail journeys between Southend East and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 50 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend East to Cambridge is approximately 51 miles (83 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 50 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, c2c, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Southend East and Cambridge.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend East to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Southend East to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 13th May
    04:21
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    07:25
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    05:05
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    08:02
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    05:19
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    05:44
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:30
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    05:50
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    06:13
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    06:32
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    07:08
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    07:24
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    07:33
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:08
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    07:45
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    08:21
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    08:40
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    09:00
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    09:13
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    09:47
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    10:03
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    10:33
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:08
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    11:03
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:51
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge
  • Mon 13th May
    11:33
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:08
    Southend East
    Cambridge
    Southend East to Cambridge

About Southend East Station

Station name Southend East (SOE)
Address Southend East station, Ambleside Drive, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2UP
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:30 - 15:30
Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Southend East and Cambridge

The travel time between Southend East and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend East and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 50 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:31.

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Amenities on trains between Southend East 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 Southend East & Cambridge. owever, there are 50 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, c2c, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Southend East and Cambridge.

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