How much does a train ticket cost from Leicester to Cambridge?

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Cambridge start from £22. The average price for this train route is around £34. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leicester to Cambridge?

The average train journey time from Leicester to Cambridge is 1h 54m, covering a distance of 62 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 48m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Leicester to Cambridge route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leicester to Cambridge?

The earliest train from Leicester to Cambridge departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 20:12.

Train Leicester to Cambridge from £21

Next train departures

Next departures from Leicester to Cambridge on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:13	Leicester	1h 55m	19:08	Cambridge Central Train Station	Cheapest
Train	18:17	Leicester	1h 51m	20:08	Cambridge Central Train Station	Fastest
Train	15:12	Leicester	1h 58m	17:10	Cambridge Central Train Station	No tags
Train	16:12	Leicester	2h 2m	18:14	Cambridge Central Train Station	No tags
Train	17:56	Leicester	1h 54m	19:50	Cambridge Central Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:25 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Cambridge

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

5h 55mAverage duration

62 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £60	Average duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£22 - £59	Average duration1h 54m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£10 - £10	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £22

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to Cambridge by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Leicester to Cambridge?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Cambridge start from £22. The average price for this train route is around £34. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to Cambridge?
The average train journey time from Leicester to Cambridge is 1h 54m, covering a distance of 62 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 48m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Leicester to Cambridge route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leicester to Cambridge?
The earliest train from Leicester to Cambridge departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 20:12.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

29/11

£22

30/11

£38

Today

£25

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05/12

£21

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The cheapest trip from Leicester to Cambridge was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leicester to Cambridge as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £21 to £58 for a train ticket from Leicester to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-12-05.