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Trip Summary
9 trains operate daily from Potters Bar to Cambridge. The train trip from Potters Bar to Cambridge is usually about one hour and 17 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Great Northern train can get you there in as little as one hour and 7 minutes.
| Distance | 37 mi (60 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 7m |
| Lowest price | $29.52 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Great Northern |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Potters Bar to Cambridge?
Great Northern is the one and only train line which connects Potters Bar to Cambridge. However, there are 9 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Northern | 9 | 1h 17m | $29.52 |
Great Northern is a UK-based rail company that serves commuter towns north of London. The company is owned by Thameslink and offers a contemporary train fleet with complimentary WiFi. The company primarily serves towns such as Potters Bar, Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City, Stevenage, and Hitchin While standard-class seats can be hard to secure due to high demand at peak hours, first-class compartments offer a quieter, more peaceful journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Potters Bar to Cambridge. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Potters Bar at 6:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 9 scheduled trains on most days. 3 of these are direct connections to Cambridge. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Cambridge to Potters Bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Potters Bar?
Main departure station: Darkes Lane
There is one train station in Potters Bar.
All train stations in Potters Bar:
Darkes Lane
Where is the train station in Cambridge?
Main arrival station: Station Road
Cambridge receives travelers from Potters Bar at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Cambridge:
Station Road
Cambridge North Station
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