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Coulsdon South to Cambridge by train
| First train | 06:09 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:16 | |
| Departure station | Coulsdon South | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge | |
| Journey time | From 1h 47m | |
| Distance | 62 miles (99 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Southern |
Taking the train from Coulsdon South to Cambridge in 1 hour 47 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Coulsdon South to Cambridge? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 26 minutes to travel the 62 miles (99 km) from Coulsdon South to Cambridge by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 47 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 9 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 Coulsdon South to Cambridge in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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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