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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge
- Cheapest price on Nov 16
- €25
- Average ticket price on Nov 16
- €41
- Fastest journey on Nov 16
- 1 h 49 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 16
- 1 h 49 m
- Trains on Nov 16
- 11
- Distance
- 117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Mon, Nov 16, we found 11 trains from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge, including 8 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 16 the direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Mon, Nov 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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.
W4542810:16 AM 1h49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 12:05 PM Cambridge South €25 1 One-way 0 transfers- W45479
9:46 AM 1h49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 11:35 AM Cambridge South €25 1 One-way 0 transfers - W45493
10:46 AM 1h49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 12:35 PM Cambridge South €25 1 One-way 0 transfers - W45467
11:46 AM 1h49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 1:35 PM Cambridge South €25 1 One-way 0 transfers - W45425
11:16 AM 1h49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 1:05 PM Cambridge South €25 1 One-way 0 transfers
- W45424
9:16 AM 1h49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 11:05 AM Cambridge South €34 1 One-way 0 transfers - W45478
8:46 AM 1h49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 10:35 AM Cambridge South €58 1 One-way 0 transfers - W45428
10:16 AM 1h49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 12:05 PM Cambridge South €25 1 One-way 0 transfers - W45479
9:46 AM 1h49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 11:35 AM Cambridge South €25 1 One-way 0 transfers - W45493
10:46 AM 1h49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) 12:35 PM Cambridge South €25 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:06, the last at 20:02. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 7:06 AM |
Last train 8:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge trains for today, Sunday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45747 | On time 8:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h57 | 10:46 AM Cambridge South | 0 transfersDirect | |
X29426+ C93361 | On time 8:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h15 | 11:10 AM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
 C82799+C93361+ Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 9:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h10 | 11:10 AM Cambridge South | 2 transfers | |
| W45742 | On time 9:48 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 11:46 AM Cambridge South | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X21947+C93371 | On time 9:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h11 | 12:10 PM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
| G26294+C93371+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 10:03 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h07 | 12:10 PM Cambridge South | 2 transfers | |
| W45779 | On time 10:48 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 12:46 PM Cambridge South | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X21945+G76999 | On time 10:57 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h13 | 1:10 PM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
| G26300+G76999+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 11:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h09 | 1:10 PM Cambridge South | 2 transfers | |
| W45801 | On time 11:48 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 1:46 PM Cambridge South | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X21941+G77009 | On time 11:57 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h13 | 2:10 PM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
| W45792 | On time 12:48 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 2:46 PM Cambridge South | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X21937+G77019 | On time 12:57 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h13 | 3:10 PM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
| G26312+G77019+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 1:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h09 | 3:10 PM Cambridge South | 2 transfers | |
| W45776 | On time 1:48 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 3:46 PM Cambridge South | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X21933+G77029 | On time 1:57 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h13 | 4:10 PM Cambridge South | 1 transfer | |
| G26317+G77029+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 2:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h09 | 4:10 PM Cambridge South | 2 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge
Most London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge trains use the London Kings Cross to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge South. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: 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.
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: 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.
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