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Outbound fromDrayton Park to Cambridge by train
It takes an average of 1h 37m to travel from Drayton Park to Cambridge by train, over a distance of around 46 miles (73 km). There are normally 40 trains per day travelling from Drayton Park to Cambridge and tickets for this journey start from £20.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:38 | |
| Departure station | Drayton Park | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge | |
| Journey time | From 55m | |
| Distance | 46 miles (73 km) | |
| Frequency | 40 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £20.40 | |
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Travelling from Drayton Park to Cambridge by train
Looking to travel from Drayton Park to Cambridge by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 37 minutes to travel from Drayton Park to Cambridge by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 55 minutes though. You'll usually find 40 trains per day running along the 46 miles (73 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Cambridge, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. Thameslink are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Cambridge in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Drayton Park to Cambridge in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £20.40.
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Cheap train tickets from Drayton Park to Cambridge
Book in advance
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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 Drayton Park 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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