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Trip Overview

The average train between Cambridge and Birmingham NEC takes 2h 34m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. There is an hourly train service from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 34m
Duration
161 mi
Distance
£72
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Cambridge to Birmingham NEC train times

Trains run hourly between Cambridge and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross and take an average of 2h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 3m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 5m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 7m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 23m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 23m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 23m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 2m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 3m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 5m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast3h 12m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 54m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 54m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 23m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernAvanti West Coast2h 20m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC? 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 Cambridge to Birmingham NEC.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 160.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Birmingham NEC, England?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC via King's Cross, London Euston, and Birmingham International in around 2h 30m.

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