Cambridge to London Kings Cross Trains From £11.30*

It usually takes, on average, around fifty-two minutes to get from Cambridge to London King’s Cross with Great Northern. On your journey, you’ll head south from Cambridgeshire towards Greater London.

Great Northern operates from London Kings Cross and London Moorgate stations, serving destinations such as Stevenage, Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield, Ely, Cambridge, and King’s Lynn.

Departing from Cambridge

Cambridge Train Station is only around one mile from the city centre, so it’s only a short walk. Alternatively, if you prefer, you can catch a taxi or a local bus that will drop you off outside.

Great Northern, Thameslink, CrossCountry, and Greater Anglia are the main train operators at Cambridge. Great Northern runs on the Fen Line from Cambridge, going to destinations like London King’s Cross, King’s Lynn, and Ely.

Main stops

There are two services from Cambridge to London Kings Cross with Great Northern. One that usually takes fifty-five minutes, stopping only at Royston and Letchworth Garden City before arriving at London King's Cross.

However, there is also a longer service which usually takes one hour and twenty-four minutes. This service stops at: Foxton, Shepreth, Meldreth, Royston, Ashwell & Morden, Baldock, Letchword Garden City, Hitchin, Stevenage, Knebworth, Welwyn North, Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield, Potters Bar, Alexandra Palace, and Finsbury Park.

These stops may change due to scheduling alterations, engineering works, adverse weather conditions, train faults, or other unforeseen issues. So, it’s best to check in advance before you travel.

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Arriving at London Kings Cross

London Kings Cross, situated on Euston Road in Camden, is one of the UK's busiest stations and the southern terminus of the East Coast Mainline. Major rail operators such as LNER, Great Northern, Hull Trains, Lumo, Grand Central, and Thameslink operate from Kings Cross, connecting London to key cities like Leeds, Newcastle, and Edinburgh, making it a vital travel hub.

Its convenient location offers excellent public transport options, with St Pancras International just a two-minute walk away for Eurostar services. Furthermore, the station is easily accessible via taxis and local buses along Euston Road, but its highlight is the Kings Cross London Underground station. This station connects to the Circle, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City, and Victoria lines, facilitating quick travel across London.

The surrounding area is rich with attractions like the British Library, the Wellcome Collection, Regent’s Park, Camden, and the British Museum, all within walking distance. For further exploration, the tube provides easy access to the Tower of London, the City of London, and Buckingham Palace.

Great Northern train classes

• Standard Class: Onboard Wi-Fi is available on specific services, charging points, and tables. Snacks and drinks are available from the onboard shop, which runs on certain services.
• First Class: A Great Northern Cambridge to London Kings Cross First-Class ticket provides a more spacious and comfortable journey with larger seats and quieter carriages.

Great Northern train travel advice

• Luggage: A maximum of three items: An item of hand luggage (backpack, handbag, etc.) and up to two larger items, i.e. suitcases.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small pets are free of charge. They must be well-behaved and not disturb other passengers. Two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Foldable bikes are permitted on Great Northern services. However, there is not always space. Foldable bikes are not permitted on trains timed to leave London between 4 pm and 7 pm Monday to Friday, excluding on public holidays.
• Children: Children under the age of 5 can travel without charge, while those between 5 and 15 years old get a 50% discount on their tickets. The Family & Friends Railcard provides up to a one-third reduction on family ticket prices.
• Passenger Assist: Offers ticket advice, boarding and alighting help, station navigation, guidance for visually impaired passengers, and transfers to connecting trains and local transport.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.