The average train between Cambridge and Ludlow takes 5h 39m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge to Ludlow. 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 Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 16m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cambridge to Ludlow? 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 Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Ludlow station via Birmingham New Street station and Shrewsbury station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.
Cambridge to Ludlow train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Ludlow train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ludlow station.
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The distance between Cambridge and Ludlow is 193.8 km. The road distance is 224 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Ludlow via Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury in around 4h 44m.