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Outbound fromWaterbeach to Cambridge North by train
It takes an average of 5m to travel from Waterbeach to Cambridge North by train, over a distance of around 3 miles (5 km). There are normally 50 trains per day travelling from Waterbeach to Cambridge North and tickets for this journey start from £2.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:24 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:03 | |
| Departure station | Waterbeach | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge North | |
| Journey time | From 4m | |
| Distance | 3 miles (5 km) | |
| Frequency | 50 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £2.70 | |
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Taking the train from Waterbeach to Cambridge North in 4 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Waterbeach to Cambridge North? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 minutes to travel the 3 miles (5 km) from Waterbeach to Cambridge North by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 50 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Greater Anglia for all or at least part of your journey to Cambridge North.
Book train tickets from Waterbeach to Cambridge North in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £2.70. 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 North by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Waterbeach to Cambridge North
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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 Waterbeach to Cambridge North 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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