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What is the best way to travel from Durham to Cambridge?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Flights and Buses for the journey to Cambridge from Durham. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
3h 19m
£38
£110
4
Flight
2h 55m
£44
£77
26

What is the cheapest way to reach Cambridge from Durham?

You can get to Cambridge with just £38 by taking a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER), but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £48
tomorrow
from £60
Thursday
from £56
Friday
from £46
Saturday
from £38
Sunday
from £74
Monday
from £53

    Cheapest Flights today

  • Jet2.com
    13h 10m
    0
    09:50
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    23:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £48
  • Ryanair
    9h 20m
    0
    14:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    23:30
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £64
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 15m
    0
    08:25
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    19:40
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £65
  • Ryanair
    4h 5m
    0
    16:35
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    20:40
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £66

    Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Ryanair
    15h 30m
    0
    16:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    07:50
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £60
  • Ryanair
    5h 40m
    0
    16:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £95
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 50m
    0
    17:00
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    21:50
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £113
  • Cheapest Trains tomorrow

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 45m
    0
    04:55
    Durham
    Central Station
    08:40
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £127
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 29m
    0
    05:41
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:10
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £127
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 19m
    0
    05:51
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:10
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £127

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 55m
    0
    14:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    21:05
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £56
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 0m
    0
    14:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:10
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £56
  • Ryanair
    13h 10m
    0
    19:45
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    08:55
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £66
  • Ryanair
    13h 0m
    0
    19:45
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    08:45
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £66
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 45m
    0
    04:55
    Durham
    Central Station
    08:40
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £128
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 29m
    0
    05:41
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:10
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £128
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 19m
    0
    05:51
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:10
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £128

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    16h 50m
    0
    22:50
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    15:40
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £46
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 20m
    0
    17:30
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    21:50
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £47
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 0m
    0
    11:25
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    16:25
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £53
  • Ryanair
    9h 0m
    0
    22:50
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    07:50
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £53

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 24m
    0
    05:41
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:05
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £38
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 44m
    0
    04:55
    Durham
    Central Station
    08:39
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £70
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 47m
    0
    05:52
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:39
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £89
  • TransPennine Express
    4h 19m
    0
    05:52
    Durham
    Central Station
    10:11
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £89
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    6h 0m
    0
    17:30
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    23:30
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £44
  • Ryanair
    12h 10m
    0
    06:00
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    18:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £45
  • Skyscanner
    9h 10m
    0
    21:50
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    07:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £54
  • Jet2.com
    13h 5m
    0
    08:45
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    21:50
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £75

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    22h 20m
    0
    11:50
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    10:10
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £74
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    24h 10m
    0
    08:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    08:50
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £75
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 45m
    0
    10:35
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:20
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £99
  • Ryanair
    26h 25m
    0
    15:25
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    17:50
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £100

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    14h 5m
    0
    08:25
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:30
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £53
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 45m
    0
    08:25
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    12:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £55
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 55m
    0
    15:35
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:30
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £56
  • EasyJet Airline
    13h 50m
    0
    08:25
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:15
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £59
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 45m
    0
    04:55
    Durham
    Central Station
    08:40
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £127
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 29m
    0
    05:41
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:10
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £127
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 19m
    0
    05:51
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:10
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £127

What are the fastest trips from Durham to Cambridge?

You can get to Cambridge from Durham in just 2h 55m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 4h 5m
tomorrow
from 3h 19m
Thursday
from 2h 55m
Friday
from 4h 20m
Saturday
from 3h 24m
Sunday
from 11h 45m
Monday
from 3h 19m

    Fastest Flights today

  • Ryanair
    4h 5m
    0
    16:35
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    20:40
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £66
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 40m
    0
    16:05
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    21:45
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £154
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    7h 35m
    0
    13:05
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    20:40
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £78
  • Ryanair
    9h 20m
    0
    14:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    23:30
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £64

    Fastest Trains tomorrow

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 19m
    0
    05:51
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:10
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £127
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 29m
    0
    05:41
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:10
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £127
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 45m
    0
    04:55
    Durham
    Central Station
    08:40
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £127
  • Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 50m
    0
    17:00
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    21:50
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £113
  • Ryanair
    5h 40m
    0
    16:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £95
  • Ryanair
    15h 30m
    0
    16:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    07:50
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £60

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    2h 55m
    0
    14:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    17:05
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £85
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 55m
    0
    14:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    21:05
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £56
  • Skyscanner
    7h 0m
    0
    12:00
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    19:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £143
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    7h 35m
    0
    09:00
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    16:35
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £156
  • Fastest Trains Thursday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 19m
    0
    05:51
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:10
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £128
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 29m
    0
    05:41
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:10
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £128
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 45m
    0
    04:55
    Durham
    Central Station
    08:40
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £128

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 20m
    0
    17:30
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    21:50
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £47
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 20m
    0
    09:00
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    13:20
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £126
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 0m
    0
    11:25
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    16:25
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £53
  • Ryanair
    9h 0m
    0
    22:50
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    07:50
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £53

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 24m
    0
    05:41
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:05
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £38
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 44m
    0
    04:55
    Durham
    Central Station
    08:39
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £70
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 47m
    0
    05:52
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:39
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £89
  • TransPennine Express
    4h 19m
    0
    05:52
    Durham
    Central Station
    10:11
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £89
  • Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 55m
    0
    13:15
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    18:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £80
  • Ryanair
    6h 0m
    0
    17:30
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    23:30
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £44
  • Skyscanner
    9h 10m
    0
    21:50
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    07:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £54
  • Ryanair
    12h 10m
    0
    06:00
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    18:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £45

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 45m
    0
    10:35
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:20
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £99
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    22h 20m
    0
    11:50
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    10:10
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £74
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    24h 10m
    0
    08:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    08:50
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £75
  • Ryanair
    26h 25m
    0
    15:25
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    17:50
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £100

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 19m
    0
    05:51
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:10
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £127
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 29m
    0
    05:41
    Durham
    Central Station
    09:10
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £127
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 45m
    0
    04:55
    Durham
    Central Station
    08:40
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £127
  • Fastest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 45m
    0
    08:25
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    12:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £55
  • Ryanair
    4h 20m
    0
    15:45
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    20:05
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £91
  • Ryanair
    5h 10m
    0
    15:45
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    20:55
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £69
  • Ryanair
    6h 15m
    0
    15:45
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:00
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £70
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Durham to Cambridge

What are the most popular stations in Durham and Cambridge?

In Durham, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station or Sutton Street, while in Cambridge you will be arriving at Jesus College, Drummer Street or Gazeley Road Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cambridge from Durham? With 9 connections between 2 Train, Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Durham and Cambridge, you can pay as low as £38 with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Cambridge in just 2h 55m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Durham and Cambridge are EasyJet Airline, Ryanair and London North Eastern Railway (LNER), but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Durham and Cambridge is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Langley Park or to Trumpington, and look at flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport, and landing at Cambridge Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Durham to Cambridge?

The most popular companies between Durham and Cambridge, are EasyJet Airline, Ryanair and London North Eastern Railway (LNER). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and TransPennine Express

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Ryanair, Jet2.com and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Durham to Cambridge

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Durham to Cambridge. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Durham to Cambridge

How can I reach Cambridge from Durham?

Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Train, Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Cambridge from Durham.

How far is Cambridge from Durham?

The distance between Durham and Cambridge is 308.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Durham and Cambridge?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 52 kgs, and a flight 76 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Durham to Cambridge?

You can get to Cambridge with just £38 by taking a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to Cambridge?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cambridge in just 2h 55m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Durham and to Cambridge

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Durham and to Cambridge. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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