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Islington to Cambridge Train

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10/05/2026
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Islington to Cambridge by train

The journey from Islington to Cambridge by train is 46.86 mi and takes 0 hrs 43 mins. There are 80 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:01 and the last at 23:59. It is possible to travel from Islington to Cambridge by train for as little as £4.50 or as much as £62.93. The best price for this journey is £4.50.

Lowest Price £4.50
Journey Duration 0 hrs 43 mins
Connection per Day 80
Lowest Price £4.50
Highest Price £62.93
First Departure 00:01
Last Departure 23:59
Distance 46.86 mi
Departure Islington
Arrival Cambridge
Carriers National Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Islington to Cambridge

The cheapest Islington - Cambridge train tickets can be found for as low as £28.92 if you’re lucky, or £42.10 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £67.08.

Find the best day to travel to Cambridge by train

When travelling to Cambridge by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Islington to Cambridge CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
5.28kg
Bus
5.66kg
Flight
15.08kg
Car
12.07kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Islington to Cambridge by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Islington and Cambridge are 5.28kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Islington and Cambridge? By taking the train between Islington and Cambridge you will save 9.8kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.38kg compared to a bus and 6.79kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Islington to Cambridge?
A train ticket from Islington to Cambridge is £4.97. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £4.50.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Islington to Cambridge?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Islington to Cambridge is £4.50. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Islington and Cambridge by train?
Islington to Cambridge is 46.86 mi.
How long does the train between Islington and Cambridge take?
Islington to Cambridge is on average 0 hrs 43 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 24 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Islington to Cambridge?
Islington to Cambridge has 80 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Islington to Cambridge leave?
The earliest train from Islington to Cambridge departs at 00:01. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Islington to Cambridge depart?
The latest train from Islington to Cambridge departs at 23:59. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Islington to Cambridge in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £4.50 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Islington to Cambridge by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Islington and Cambridge is 0 hrs 24 mins.
Is there a direct train from Islington to Cambridge?
Yes, there is a direct train between Islington and Cambridge.
What are the CO2 emissions for Islington to Cambridge by train?
The train journey from Islington to Cambridge creates 5.28kg of CO2 emissions.