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Trip Overview

The average train between Accrington and Cambridge takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Accrington to Cambridge. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 1m
Duration
232 mi
Distance
£101
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Accrington to Leedstrain train
  2. Take the train from Leeds to Stevenagetrain train
  3. Take the train from Stevenage to Cambridgetrain train
4h 35m
£79–126

Accrington to Cambridge train times

Trains run hourly between Accrington and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Accrington is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 8:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 27m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Great Northern4h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 26m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Great Northern4h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 27m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Great Northern4h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 26m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Great Northern4h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 27m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Great Northern4h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 26m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Great Northern4h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Great Northern4h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Great Northern4h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 26m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Great Northern4h 52m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Accrington to Cambridge? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Accrington to Cambridge.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 231.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Cambridge, England?

You can take a train from Accrington to Cambridge via Leeds and Stevenage in around 4h 35m.

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