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Find the best prices from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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NZD 23.92
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NZD 28.82
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NZD 33.84
Wed26Nov
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NZD 20.66
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NZD 33.26
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NZD 35.94
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NZD 35.94
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Birmingham New Street to Cambridge train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 20.66, with average prices for this route around NZD 77.67. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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12:47
2h 43m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
15:30
Cambridge
Avanti West CoastGreat Northern
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13:22
2h 43m, Direct
Birmingham New Street
16:05
Cambridge
CrossCountry
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13:47
2h 43m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
16:30
Cambridge
Avanti West CoastGreat Northern
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14:22
2h 48m, Direct
Birmingham New Street
17:10
Cambridge
CrossCountry
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14:47
3h 16m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
18:03
Cambridge
Avanti West CoastGreat Northern
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15:22
2h 52m, Direct
Birmingham New Street
18:14
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CrossCountry
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Birmingham New Street to Cambridge train route details

First train
First train
05:19
Last train
Last train
23:21
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham New Street
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cambridge
Journey time
Journey time
2h 43m
Distance
Distance
142 km
Price
Price
NZD 20.66*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Birmingham New Street to Cambridge more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham New Street to Cambridge train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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