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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh Waverley and Cambridge takes 5h 14m and the fastest train takes 4h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh Waverley to Cambridge. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 14m
Duration
359 mi
Distance
£149
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Edinburgh Waverley to Cambridge train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Edinburgh Waverley and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh Waverley is at 8:20 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 38m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 37m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 38m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 37m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh Waverley to Cambridge? 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Cambridge.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 359.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland and Cambridge, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cambridge via Peterborough in around 5h 14m.

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