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Explore cheap prices from Cambridge to Edinburgh

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Cambridge to Edinburgh, 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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SAR 128.60
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SAR 128.60
Fri19Sep
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SAR 116.40
Sat20Sep
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SAR 128.60
Sun21Sep
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SAR 128.60
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Cambridge to Edinburgh train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cambridge to Edinburgh, starting from SAR 116.40 and averaging SAR 133.75. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 44m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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17:00
5h 8m, No direct
Cambridge
22:08
Edinburgh (Waverley)
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18:00
5h 5m, No direct
Cambridge
23:05
Edinburgh (Waverley)
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18:00
5h 16m, No direct
Cambridge
23:16
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19:00
5h 44m, No direct
Cambridge
00:44
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21:00
11h 9m, No direct
Cambridge
08:09
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Cambridge to Edinburgh train route details

First train
First train
05:23
Last train
Last train
21:00
Departure station
Departure station
Cambridge
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
4h 44m
Distance
Distance
471 km
Price
Price
SAR 116.40*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Edinburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cambridge to Edinburgh 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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.
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 Cambridge to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cambridge to Edinburgh train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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