The average train between Cambridge and Kent takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge to Kent. 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 Kent. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Kent at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Kent. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Kent station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.
Cambridge to Kent train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Kent train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Cambridge to Kent train tickets online with Thameslink, Southeastern and Great Northern.
The distance between Cambridge and Kent is 113.5 km. The road distance is 196 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Lenham via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 2h 22m.