The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry to Cambridge
Cheapest price
€80
Average price
€83
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Cambridge will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
Of the 4 trains that leave Coventry for Cambridge on Fri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Coventry to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 113 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€81 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Coventry to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Cambridge trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:56 AM Coventry | 3h09 | 11:05 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:56 AM Coventry | 3h10 | 1:06 PM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 AM Coventry | 2h20 | 12:30 PM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 5:29 AM Coventry | 2h39 | 8:08 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coventry to Cambridge
Trains from Coventry to Cambridge run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 113 km |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 04:08 |
Last train 22:05 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from Coventry to Cambridge trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Coventry and Cambridge from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Train from Coventry to Cambridge: Journey Details
The train from Coventry to Cambridge takes roughly three hours, with three to four departures every hour. The first train leaves at just before 6:00 a.m., with the last departure at around 9:30 p.m. The journey, on trains operated by London Midland, Virgin and CrossCountry, involves connections at either London or Nuneaton. There are trains departing earlier and later with longer journey times and more connections. A reduced service operates on Sundays.
Taking the Train from Coventry
Coventry Station is centrally located near the Inner Ring Road from the city and surrounding areas, such as Kenilworth and Warwick. Stagecoach is one of the main route providers. There are always plenty of taxis available at the station and in the city, as Coventry is the home of the black cab.
Getting into Cambridge by Train
Cambridge is a beautiful university town, with green spaces in the city and countryside on the doorstep. The River Cam has wide grass banks with views to the Gothic architecture of the city's university buildings, such as King's College Chapel. It is possible to visit most of the old college buildings; King's College and Trinity College are particularly attractive. The Fitzwilliam Museum has a world-class collection of art and antiquities. Driving is discouraged in Cambridge City Centre, it is compact and easy to explore on foot. Cambridge Railway Station is 1.6 km South-East of the city centre. Frequent Citibuses, operated by Stagecoach, link the station to the centre and other local destinations, including Saffron Waldon, Cottenham and the Imperial War Museum at Duxford. There is a night bus service at weekends and a taxi rank outside the station.
FAQs: Trains from Coventry to Cambridge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to Cambridge by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Coventry to Cambridge
- Opening hours: Monday 07:00 - 13:0015:00 - 18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 12:00 Friday 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 10:00 - 12:00 None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stop at junction of Sir Henry Parkes Road and Canley Road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Warwick Road (Car Park 3)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Yes , Located on platform 1 , these toilets are operated with a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle Hub off main concourse 144 spaces 59 cycle hoops at the end of platform 1 , 2x spaces per hoop = 118 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
- Car Park: Car parking is available in the adjacent Coventry Building Society Arena car parks A & B
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bicycle storage is available on both platforms.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up / drop off from Stand AD at the Arena Retail Park Bus Station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
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