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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 22 m
Trains on 17 Sept
25
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB) will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 25 trains from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB), including 14 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
P7632614:241h33London Liverpool Street (LST)15:57Cambridge North (CMB)£171One-way0 changes- P66671 · P011609:081h24London Liverpool Street (LST)10:32Cambridge North (CMB)£171One-way1 change
- P6666017:381h24London Liverpool Street (LST)19:02Cambridge North (CMB)£181One-way0 changes
- P66658 · P0116917:081h26London Liverpool Street (LST)18:34Cambridge North (CMB)£201One-way1 change
- P6665817:081h30London Liverpool Street (LST)18:38Cambridge North (CMB)£201One-way0 changes
- P762618:541h21London Liverpool Street (LST)10:15Cambridge North (CMB)£211One-way0 changes
C93340+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross7:581h21London Liverpool Street (LST)9:19Cambridge North (CMB)£391One-way1 change- C93335+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross7:281h21London Liverpool Street (LST)8:49Cambridge North (CMB)£391One-way1 change
- P6666017:381h24London Liverpool Street (LST)19:02Cambridge North (CMB)£181One-way0 changes
- P66671 · P011609:081h24London Liverpool Street (LST)10:32Cambridge North (CMB)£171One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, while a coach costs an average of £31.
Distance: 80 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB):
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB) costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Cambridge North (CMB) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 13m.
The journey is about 1m faster (1h 22m by train vs 1h 23m by car) and roughly £21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£27 vs £48). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Greater Anglia.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P76245 | 7:24 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h34 | 8:58 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+C93335 | 7:28 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h21 | 8:49 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
| P76249 | 7:54 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h32 | 9:26 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+C93340 | 7:58 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h21 | 9:19 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
| P76255 | 8:24 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h33 | 9:57 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76261 | 8:54 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h21 | 10:15 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66671 · P01160 | On time 9:08 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h24 | 10:32 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
| P76326 | 14:24 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h33 | 15:57 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76332 | 14:54 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h32 | 16:26 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76338 | 15:24 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h33 | 16:57 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76344 | 15:54 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h31 | 17:25 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76350 | 16:24 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h34 | 17:58 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66658 · P01169 | On time 17:08 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h26 | 18:34 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
| P66658 | 17:08 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h30 | 18:38 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66658 · P01169 | On time 17:08 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h26 | 18:34 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+G77058 | 17:22 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h30 | 18:52 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
| P66660 | 17:38 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h24 | 19:02 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+G77064 | 17:52 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h30 | 19:22 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
| P66663 | 18:08 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h27 | 19:35 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+G77102 | 21:17 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h32 | 22:49 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
| P76410 | 21:24 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h32 | 22:56 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76416+G77106 | 21:54 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h25 | 23:19 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+G77112 | 22:17 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h34 | 23:51 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
| P76422 | 22:24 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h32 | 23:56 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76428+G77116 | 22:54 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h28 | 0:22 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB)
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Trains from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 5:54 |
Last train 19:54 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Stansted Express from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB) trainsGreater Anglia, Great Northern, Stansted Express trains will get you between London Liverpool Street (LST) and Cambridge North (CMB) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge North (CMB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Liverpool Street (LST) and Cambridge North (CMB)
Most London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge North (CMB) trains use the London Kings Cross to Cambridge station pair. Use this guide to compare London Liverpool Street (LST) and Cambridge North (CMB) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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