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Compare train for Sidcup to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sidcup to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £57, while a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 86 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£57 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Sidcup to Cambridge is a train with an average price of £57.
The fastest way to travel from Sidcup to Cambridge is by train with an average journey time of 1h 40m.
Yes, you can take a train between Sidcup and Cambridge.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-38.48. The journey takes 1h 40m versus 1h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Sidcup to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Sidcup to Cambridge trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 5:33 Sidcup | 2h06 | 7:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 6:08 Sidcup | 2h01 | 8:09 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 6:43 Sidcup | 1h56 | 8:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 7:13 Sidcup | 1h56 | 9:09 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 7:43 Sidcup | 1h56 | 9:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 8:02 Sidcup | 2h07 | 10:09 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 8:32 Sidcup | 2h07 | 10:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 9:03 Sidcup | 2h06 | 11:09 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 9:33 Sidcup | 2h06 | 11:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 10:03 Sidcup | 2h06 | 12:09 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 10:33 Sidcup | 2h06 | 12:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 11:03 Sidcup | 2h06 | 13:09 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 11:33 Sidcup | 2h06 | 13:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 12:03 Sidcup | 2h06 | 14:09 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 12:33 Sidcup | 2h06 | 14:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 13:03 Sidcup | 2h06 | 15:09 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 13:33 Sidcup | 2h06 | 15:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 14:03 Sidcup | 2h06 | 16:09 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 14:33 Sidcup | 2h06 | 16:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 15:03 Sidcup | 2h06 | 17:09 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 15:33 Sidcup | 2h06 | 17:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 16:03 Sidcup | 2h06 | 18:09 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 16:33 Sidcup | 2h06 | 18:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 17:03 Sidcup | 2h06 | 19:09 Cambridge | 1 change | |
| 17:33 Sidcup | 2h06 | 19:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Sidcup to Cambridge trains with Omio?
Thameslink as well as Great Northern or Southeastern offer trains services from Sidcup to Cambridge.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sidcup to Cambridge
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sidcup to Cambridge run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 56m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 4:18 |
Last train 22:48 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern, Southeastern from Sidcup to Cambridge trainsThameslink, Great Northern, Southeastern trains will get you between Sidcup and Cambridge from £57. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£38
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Northern Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£26
Great Northern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
What's included in each class
Compare Great Northern classes and the amenities included in each one.
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£57
Southeastern frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Cambridge
Things to do in Cambridge
Discover the best of Cambridge — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cambridge trip today.
- Must visit
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Major university museum with classical sculptures, paintings, antiquities, and decorative arts. Strong choice for a broad first visit.
- Recommended
Kettle's Yard
Contemporary art gallery in a former chapel, showing changing exhibitions by modern and international artists near the city centre.
- Recommended
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences
Museum of Earth sciences with dinosaur skeletons, fossils, and minerals. Compact, family-friendly, and useful for a rainy day.
- Must visit
The Backs
Riverside green linking college backs and open meadows. Ideal for walking, punting views, and classic Cambridge photographs.
- Must visit
Market Square
Lively square and shopping area with the market, historic streets, and buskers. A practical starting point for exploring the old centre.
- Recommended
Trinity Lane
Historic lane of colleges, chapels, and gateways. A rewarding walk for architecture, student atmosphere, and easy access to central sights.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cambridge burnt cream
A Cambridge creation: a rich dessert of vanilla ice cream, raspberry sauce, whipped cream and meringue, long associated with Cambridge college dining.
- Gluten-free
Cambridgeshire fidget pie
A traditional Cambridgeshire farm dish of braised beef or mutton with onions and root vegetables, reflecting the county’s rural cooking heritage.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Pippin paste
An old East Anglian fruit preserve made from windfall apples slowly cooked to a dark, tangy spread, once common in Cambridgeshire households.
Midsummer House
Refined British tasting menus in an elegant, intimate setting just outside the city centre.
The Riverbar Steakhouse and Grill
Long-running riverside restaurant known for modern European cooking and views over the Cam in a smart but relaxed room.
The Eagle
Popular city-centre pub serving cask ales and hearty British food in a lively, historic atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Cambridge is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels and dining are above average, but walking and buses help keep transport costs manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city centre
Cambridge station -> Cambridge City Centre
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless card and mobile payments are accepted on Stagecoach buses in Cambridge.
- Frequent Citi 1, 3 and 7 buses link Cambridge station with the city centre.
FAQs: Sidcup to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sidcup to Cambridge 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Sidcup to Cambridge can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £57, while the average price tends to be around £57.
The train journey from Sidcup to Cambridge covers a distance of 86 km and takes approximately 1h 56m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Sidcup to Cambridge is 86 km.
The first train from Sidcup to Cambridge leaves at 4:18.
The last train from Sidcup to Cambridge departs at 22:48.
Trains from Sidcup to Cambridge run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sidcup to Cambridge.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sidcup to Cambridge.
To travel from Sidcup to Cambridge, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Sidcup to Cambridge.
The train station in Sidcup that goes to Cambridge is Sidcup station (SID), and it arrives at Cambridge station (CBG).
The cheapest way to get from Sidcup to Cambridge is by train, costing approximately £57.
Booking trains from Sidcup to Cambridge in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Sidcup to Cambridge offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including glimpses of the picturesque Kent countryside and charming villages as you approach the historic city of Cambridge.
A day trip from Sidcup to Cambridge is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 56m. There are 5 trains per day covering a distance of 86 km.
In Cambridge, you can enjoy punting on the River Cam for scenic views of the colleges and bridges, visit the interactive Cambridge Science Centre, explore the historic Market Square for local produce and crafts, attend a performance at the Cambridge Arts Theatre, or take a guided walking tour to discover the city's rich history. Some of the best sights include King's College Chapel, The Fitzwilliam Museum, The Backs, Trinity College, and the Cambridge University Botanic Garden.
Two to three days in Cambridge allows you to explore its historic university, enjoy punting on the River Cam, visit the Fitzwilliam Museum, and stroll around the city's beautiful gardens and colleges.
Yes, you can take the train from Sidcup to Cambridge.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sidcup and Cambridge
Most Sidcup to Cambridge trains use the Sidcup to Cambridge South station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge. Use this guide to compare Sidcup and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Sidcup
Arrival train stations in Cambridge
Which Sidcup station do trains to Cambridge leave from?
Trains from Sidcup to Cambridge leave from Sidcup. The station is 1 km from Sidcup city centre at Sidcup station, Station Road, Sidcup, Greater London, DA15 7AW.
SidcupSidcup station, Station Road, Sidcup, Greater London, DA15 7AW+44 3303339232
City-centre transport
Getting to Sidcup from Sidcup city centre
Bus233, 625, 269, 286, 51 · 1m · £4 · every ~53 min
Sidcup train station facilities and services
Sidcup has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sidcup.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sidcup.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sidcup. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sidcup: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sidcup: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sidcup: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to Platform 1 for services towards London via main station entrance off Jubilee way. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via ramp off Station Road. Step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 220 metres. Step access between platforms via foot bridge, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The are two ticket machines in the Station forecourt on platform 1 side of the station and one ticket machine by the entrance to platform 2, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Cambridge SouthTrumpington, Cambridge CB2 9FQ, UK
CambridgeCambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW+44 8450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
BusU1, U2 · 11m · every ~11 min
Tour · 13m · £2
75 · 15m
A · 15m · £2 · every ~11 min
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, 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: No.
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