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The cheapest and fastest trains from Thornton Heath to Cambridge
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
90 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thornton Heath to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thornton Heath to Cambridge will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Thornton Heath for Cambridge every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 90 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.
04:432h20
Thornton Heath07:03Cambridge
£401One-way
0 changes
04:432h20
Thornton Heath07:03Cambridge
£401One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Thornton Heath to Cambridge train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:16
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:43 Thornton Heath | 2h20 | 07:03 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:19 Thornton Heath | 2h11 | 15:30 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thornton Heath to Cambridge
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Thornton Heath to Cambridge run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
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 90 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 23:13 |
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: Great Northern, Southern from Thornton Heath to Cambridge trainsGreat Northern, Southern trains will get you between Thornton Heath and Cambridge from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
£31
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
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
£64
Southern frequency
9 a day
FAQs: Thornton Heath to Cambridge train
FAQs: Travel by train from Thornton Heath to Cambridge easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Thornton Heath to Cambridge.
Booking trains from Thornton Heath to Cambridge in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Thornton Heath to Cambridge is 90 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Thornton Heath to Cambridge can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £38.
The cheapest way to get from Thornton Heath to Cambridge is by train, costing approximately £31.
The train journey from Thornton Heath to Cambridge covers a distance of 90 km and takes approximately 2h 11m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train station in Thornton Heath that goes to Cambridge is Thornton Heath station (TTH), and it arrives at Cambridge station (CBG).
The first train from Thornton Heath to Cambridge leaves at 0:40.
The last train from Thornton Heath to Cambridge departs at 23:13.
Trains from Thornton Heath to Cambridge run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Thornton Heath to Cambridge.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Thornton Heath to Cambridge.
Yes, you can take the train from Thornton Heath to Cambridge.
There is no night train service from Thornton Heath to Cambridge.
To travel from Thornton Heath to Cambridge, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Thornton Heath and Cambridge
Thornton Heath
Cambridge
The major train station for departures in Thornton Heath is Thornton Heath. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thornton Heath for your trip from Thornton Heath to Cambridge.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 20:00 Sunday 08:15 - 17:45
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is in the Booking Hall near the cash machine.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas available on platform 2
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Cambridge is Cambridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cambridge for your journey to Cambridge from Thornton Heath.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cambridge
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
Public transport options for Cambridge North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
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