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Brighton to Cambridge train prices and times

Planning a journey from Brighton to Cambridge? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £35.80, with average prices for this route around £22.30. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:02 Brighton	05:49 Cambridge	5h 47m, No direct	Find Tickets
00:02 Brighton	06:18 Cambridge	6h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
04:12 Brighton	07:30 Cambridge	3h 18m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:08 Brighton	07:41 Cambridge	2h 33m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:28 Brighton	08:11 Cambridge	2h 43m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:39 Brighton	08:30 Paris	2h 51m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Brighton to Cambridge train route details

First train

00:02

Last train

22:39

Departure station

Brighton

Arrival station

Cambridge

Journey time

2h 25m

Distance

96 miles

Price

£35.80*

Train Operators

Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Brighton 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 Brighton 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Brighton to Cambridge, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Brighton to Cambridge more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Brighton 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 train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
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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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Brighton to Cambridge from £35.80*

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Brighton to Cambridge train prices and times

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