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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Cambridge Central Train Station | Birmingham New Street | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Cambridge Central Train Station | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cambridge Central Train Station | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cambridge Central Train Station | Birmingham New Street | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cambridge to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 290, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 R 577
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cambridge to Birmingham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cambridge to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Cambridge to Birmingham start from R 577. The average price for this train route is around R 748. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cambridge to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Cambridge to Birmingham is 2h 38m, covering a distance of 142 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 38m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Cambridge to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cambridge to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Cambridge to Birmingham departs at 08:00. And the latest train departs at 19:59.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cambridge to Birmingham was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 563To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cambridge to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 563 to R 1 814 for a train ticket from Cambridge to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 563, which is on 2025-12-16.
