Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) to Cambridge by train
| First train | 04:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:30 | |
| Departure station | Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge | |
| Journey time | From 2h 11m | |
| Distance | 57 miles (91 km) | |
| Frequency | 46 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Heathrow Express |
Travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) to Cambridge by train in 2 hours 11 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) to Cambridge by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) to Cambridge by train is 2 hours 50 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 11 minutes. You'll usually find 46 trains per day travelling the 57 miles (91 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Cambridge. You'll be travelling with Greater Anglia, Thameslink or CrossCountry on your way to Cambridge, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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