The average train between Cambridge and Dawlish takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge to Dawlish. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cambridge and Dawlish. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Dawlish at 10:54 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 55m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cambridge to Dawlish? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Dawlish station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Cambridge to Dawlish train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Dawlish train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Cambridge to Dawlish train tickets online with Great Northern, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cambridge and Dawlish is 306.9 km. The road distance is 391 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Dawlish via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 25m.