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Outbound fromBethnal Green to Cambridge by train
It takes an average of 2h 16m to travel from Bethnal Green to Cambridge by train, over a distance of around 47 miles (76 km). There are normally 56 trains per day travelling from Bethnal Green to Cambridge and tickets for this journey start from £27.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:06 | |
| Departure station | Bethnal Green | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge | |
| Journey time | From 1h 23m | |
| Distance | 47 miles (76 km) | |
| Frequency | 56 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £27.50 | |
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Taking the train from Bethnal Green to Cambridge in 1 hour 23 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bethnal Green to Cambridge? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 16 minutes to travel the 47 miles (76 km) from Bethnal Green to Cambridge by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 23 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 56 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Greater Anglia, Thameslink or CrossCountry to Cambridge. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Bethnal Green to Cambridge in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £27.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Cambridge by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Bethnal Green to Cambridge
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bethnal Green to Cambridge is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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