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Birmingham New Street to Cambridge train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge, starting from £11.35 and averaging £32.00. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 44m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, Aug 10
From £11.35
Mon, Aug 11
From £13.25
Tue, Aug 12
From £15.40
Wed, Aug 13
From £15.40
Thu, Aug 14
From £11.35
Fri, Aug 15
From £13.25
Sat, Aug 16
From £15.40

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
18:22 Birmingham New Street	21:08 Cambridge	2h 46m, Direct	Find Tickets
18:47 Birmingham New Street	21:58 Cambridge	3h 11m, No direct	Find Tickets
19:22 Birmingham New Street	22:08 Cambridge	2h 46m, Direct	Find Tickets
19:47 Birmingham New Street	22:48 Cambridge	3h 1m, No direct	Find Tickets
20:22 Birmingham New Street	23:06 Cambridge	2h 44m, Direct	Find Tickets
21:21 Birmingham New Street	01:31+1 Paris	4h 10m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham New Street to Cambridge train route details

First train

08:26

Last train

22:56

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Cambridge

Journey time

2h 44m

Distance

89 miles

Price

£11.35*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham New Street to Cambridge train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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