The average train between Wales and Cambridge takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Wales 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 3 hours between Wales and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 9:40 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Retford and take an average of 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Cambridge station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.
Wales to Cambridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.
Wales to Cambridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cambridge station.
Book your Wales to Cambridge train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Cross Country.
The distance between Wales and Cambridge is 157.9 km. The road distance is 195 km.
You can take a train from Kiveton Bridge to Cambridge via Retford and Peterborough in around 3h 32m.