Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Luton to Cambridge on 16 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	08:45	Luton Airport Parkway	2h 3m	10:48	Cambridge Central Train Station
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:01	Luton	2h 10m	09:11	Cambridge Central Train Station
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	07:04	Luton Airport Parkway	2h 7m	09:11	Cambridge Central Train Station
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	08:01	Luton	2h 10m	10:11	Cambridge Central Train Station
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	08:04	Luton Airport Parkway	2h 7m	10:11	Cambridge Central Train Station

Compare 2 ways to travel from Luton to Cambridge

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just €11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

1h 15mAverage duration

50 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€11 - €52	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€61 - €119	Average duration2h 7m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ThamesLink

4.6/510 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi5.0

Great Northern

4.0/51 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness0.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi5.0

GB train companies: FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Luton to Cambridge by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Luton to Cambridge?
The cheapest train tickets from Luton to Cambridge start from €61. The average price for this train route is around €75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Luton to Cambridge?
The average train journey time from Luton to Cambridge is 2h 7m, covering a distance of 52 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 56m and is operated by Great Northern.
Which train operators serve the Luton to Cambridge route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, Great Northern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Luton to Cambridge?
The earliest train from Luton to Cambridge departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 16:02.
Which is the best train operator from Luton to Cambridge?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Luton to Cambridge?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator ThamesLink has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Luton to Cambridge?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Luton to Cambridge?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is ThamesLink, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.