The average train between Irvine and Cambridge takes 7h 50m and the fastest train takes 6h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Irvine 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Irvine and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irvine is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 12:02 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 7h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 46m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Irvine 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.
No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Irvine station and arriving at Cambridge station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.
Irvine to Cambridge train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Irvine station.
Irvine to Cambridge train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cambridge station.
Book your Irvine to Cambridge train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Cross Country.
The distance between Irvine and Cambridge is 492 km. The road distance is 702 km.
You can take a train from Irvine to Cambridge via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Peterborough in around 7h 45m.