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Cambridge to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cambridge to Edinburgh? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as RUB 2,709.70, with average prices for this route around RUB 2,818.09.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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08:28
Cambridge
13:13
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 45m, Changes requiredThameslinkLumo
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08:55
Cambridge
14:35
Edinburgh (Waverley)
5h 40m, Changes requiredGreat NorthernLNER
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09:55
Cambridge
14:41
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 46m, Changes requiredGreat NorthernLumo
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10:28
Cambridge
15:59
Edinburgh (Waverley)
5h 31m, Changes requiredThameslinkLNER
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10:59
Cambridge
16:09
Edinburgh (Waverley)
5h 10m, Changes requiredCrossCountryLNER
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11:28
Cambridge
16:36
Paris
5h 8m, Changes requiredThameslinkLumo
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Cambridge to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:28
Last train
Last train
21:03
Departure station
Departure station
Cambridge
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
4h 45m
Distance
Distance
293 miles
Price
Price
RUB 2,709.70*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Northern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cambridge to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cambridge to Edinburgh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cambridge to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cambridge to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cambridge to Edinburgh Train Ticket Types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.