Addenbrooke's Hospital — Current A&E Queue

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Last updated — · sourced from Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Typical Time in Department (AE)

No live feed — typical wait

210

minutes · ~ 3 hr 30 min

55.6% seen within 4 hours

Estimate from NHS England official statistics (August 2026) — not live

Source:Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust A&E Waiting Times

Hospital details

City: Cambridge
Opening Hours: Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
NHS Trust: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Type: Accident & Emergency (Type 1)

Addenbrooke's Hospital in context

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Common Questions About Addenbrooke's Hospital

How long is the queue at Addenbrooke's Hospital right now?

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What are Addenbrooke's Hospital's opening hours?

The A&E at Addenbrooke's Hospital runs around the clock — 24 hours, seven days a week, bank holidays included. No appointment is needed; patients are assessed on arrival and seen in order of clinical urgency, not arrival time.

Do I actually need A&E, or could a UTC near Cambridge be faster?

A&E at Addenbrooke's Hospital is the right place for anything that could be life-threatening — chest pain, stroke symptoms, uncontrolled bleeding, serious breathing problems or major injuries. For less severe issues (sprains, small cuts, minor fractures, bites, burns), a nearby Urgent Treatment Centre will almost always see you sooner. If you are unsure, ring 111 — they can point you to the best service and sometimes book you a timed slot.

How do I get to Addenbrooke's Hospital?

Addenbrooke's Hospital is in Cambridge. Use the location search on this site to see the distance from where you are and compare it against other departments nearby.

When is Addenbrooke's Hospital A&E typically quietest?

Nationally, emergency departments see the fewest arrivals between about 6 am and 9 am. Demand tends to peak on Monday mornings, weekday evenings after 6 pm, and on Friday and Saturday nights. Arriving during a quieter window — if your condition allows it — can noticeably cut the time you spend waiting.