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Duration	1h 50m
Distance	71.5 miles
Average price	£110
Frequency	11/day

Trip overview

The average train between Leicester and Cambridge takes 1h 50m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Leicester to Cambridge. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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Leicester
Cambridge

1h 48m

£50 - £160

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Leicester to Cambridge train times

Trains run every two hours between Leicester and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 12:18 in the afternoon, and the last departure from Leicester is at 21:18 which arrives into Cambridge at 23:06. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, March 7, 2021

12:18 Leicester

14:10 Cambridge

14:18 Leicester

16:08 Cambridge

16:18 Leicester

18:08 Cambridge

17:18 Leicester

19:08 Cambridge

18:18 Leicester

20:08 Cambridge

20:18 Leicester

22:08 Cambridge

21:18 Leicester

23:06 Cambridge

Departing Monday, March 8, 2021

06:15 Leicester

08:08 Cambridge

07:18 Leicester

09:12 Cambridge

08:18 Leicester

10:11 Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Cambridge? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Will Coronavirus (COVID-19) affect my travel to Cambridge?

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Is there a direct train between Leicester and Cambridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at Cambridge. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.

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What is the distance between Leicester and Cambridge?

The distance between Leicester and Cambridge is 61 miles. The road distance is 71.5 miles.

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Where do I catch the Leicester to Cambridge train from?

Leicester to Cambridge train services, operated by CrossCountry, depart from Leicester station.

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Where does the Leicester to Cambridge train arrive?

Leicester to Cambridge train services, operated by CrossCountry, arrive at Cambridge station.

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How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Cambridge?

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Where can I stay near Cambridge?

There are 397+ hotels available in Cambridge. Prices start at £75 per night.

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What companies run services between Leicester and Cambridge?

CrossCountry operates a train from Leicester to Cambridge every 2 hours. Tickets cost £50 - £160 and the journey takes 1h 48m.

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CrossCountry

CrossCountry

Ave. Duration

1h 48m

Frequency

Every 2 hours

Estimated price

£50 - £160

Phone: 0344 736 9123
Email: customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website: crosscountrytrains.co.uk

Train from Leicester to Cambridge

Ave. Duration: 1h 48m
Frequency: Every 2 hours
Estimated price: £50 - £160
Website: crosscountrytrains.co.uk

Anytime Day: £50 - £65
Anytime Day 1st Class: £110 - £160

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