The average train between Cambridge and East Kilbride takes 7h 30m and the fastest train takes 6h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge to East Kilbride. 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 East Kilbride. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 11:51 PM which arrives into East Kilbride at 11:51 AM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross and take an average of 7h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Cambridge to East Kilbride? 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 East Kilbride. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at East Kilbride station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.
Cambridge to East Kilbride train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to East Kilbride train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Cambridge to East Kilbride train tickets online with Great Northern, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cambridge and East Kilbride is 485.5 km. The road distance is 749 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to East Kilbride via King's Cross, London Euston, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 4m.