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Journey Types
Travel Dates
Outbound
Outbound
Today
Dep
08:30
Return
Return
Today
Dep
10:30
Passengers

You cannot select more than 9 passengers

Railcards

You cannot select more railcards than passengers

Add a railcard

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Planning a journey or buying a ticket in advance?

There are temporary changes to how far in advance journey planners are updated with alterations to the timetables due to engineering works.

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Choosing the right train ticket

Explore train ticket options available with Great Northern trains

Ticket types explained

Whether you’re on your way to the skyscrapers of the City or the colleges of Cambridge, find the best type of ticket for your trip.

All you need to know about buying train tickets with Great Northern

Buying train tickets

Ready to ride the rails? Here’s everything you need to know about finding and booking the right ticket for your journey on Great Northern.

Find out what discounts and special offers on train tickets are available on Great Northern

Discounts and railcards

Save money on Great Northern trains if you’re booking a number of tickets, travelling with friends or children, or going to school or college.

Kids for £2 – savings on days out with the family

On Great Northern, kids under 5 always ride free. Right now up to four children aged 5 to 15 years can travel Off-Peak for only £2. Book online or at a ticket office.*

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Delay Repay

We know how frustrating train delays can be, and we do our best to keep you moving. But if you’re delayed by 15 minutes or more, you may be entitled to compensation.

Refunds and changes

Train cancelled or delayed? Travel plans changed? Find out how and when you can get a refund.

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