Travelling from Heathrow to Cambridge by train

Want to know how to get from Heathrow to Cambridge by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Heathrow to Cambridge take around 1 hour and 53 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 91 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Heathrow is scheduled to depart at around  05:27. The last departure is usually at around 23:52 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Heathrow at around 05:12, with the last train leaving at around 23:27. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 87 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 10 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €24.42.

We think any time is a great time to visit Cambridge, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Cambridge.

Is there a direct train from Heathrow to Cambridge?

The journey between Heathrow and Cambridge usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Heathrow to Cambridge every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Heathrow to Cambridge?

The Heathrow to Cambridge train travel takes about 1 hour and 53 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Heathrow to Cambridge train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cambridge leaving Heathrow at around 05:27 and the last train leaving at around 23:52 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Heathrow at around 05:12, with the final departure at 23:27.