- Must visit
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Major university museum with classical sculptures, paintings, antiquities, and decorative arts. Strong choice for a broad first visit.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£28
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£64
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
2 h 56 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
2 h 56 m
Trains on 13 Oct
27
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Cambridge will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Bath to Cambridge you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34493+
Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+
W45393
W34490+
W45423+
Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon
G14904+
G77034+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
W34523+
C37674+
P76416
G14912+
C37760+
P76428
G14903+
G77018+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
G14904+
G77034+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
G14896+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
C93356
G14895+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
C93350
G14894+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
C93346Trains from Bath to Cambridge run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:35, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 193 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 193 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 3:35 |
Last train 22:55 |
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The table below shows live departures for Bath to Cambridge trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G14893+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C93340 | 6:02 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h07 | 9:09 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G14894+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C93346 | 6:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h56 | 9:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G14895+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C93350 | 7:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h56 | 10:09 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G14896+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C93356 | 7:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h56 | 10:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G14903+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ G77018 | 12:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h56 | 15:09 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
W34490+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ W45423 | 12:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h22 | 16:05 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
W34493+ W45393+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 13:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h22 | 16:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G15070 · W35231+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ G77034 | 13:28 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h11 | 16:39 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
G14904+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ G77034 | 13:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h56 | 16:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
W34498+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ W45470 | 14:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h22 | 17:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G14905+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C82671 | 14:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h16 | 17:59 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G14906+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ W45464 | 15:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h22 | 18:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G15074 · W35236+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ G77058 | 15:30 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h09 | 18:39 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
G14907+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C82675 | 15:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h16 | 18:59 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G14908+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C82677 | 16:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h16 | 19:29 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
W34510+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C82679 | 16:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h19 | 20:02 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
W34513+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ W45388 | 17:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h22 | 20:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G15078 · W35239+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C82690 | 17:29 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h30 | 20:59 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
G14909+ C37905+ P76392 | 17:45 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h17 | 21:02 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G14909+ C37905+ W32924+ C82690 | 17:45 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h14 | 20:59 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
G14910+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ W45475 | 18:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h22 | 21:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
W34519+ C37985+ P76404 | 18:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h19 | 22:02 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
W34519+ C37985+ C10168+ W32913 | 18:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h16 | 21:59 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
G14911+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ W45469 | 19:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h22 | 22:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
W34523+ C37674+ P76416 | 19:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h19 | 23:02 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G14912+ C37760+ P76428 | 20:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h52 | 0:05 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G14912+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ W45394 | 20:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h25 | 23:38 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
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Discover the best of Cambridge — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cambridge trip today.
Major university museum with classical sculptures, paintings, antiquities, and decorative arts. Strong choice for a broad first visit.
Contemporary art gallery in a former chapel, showing changing exhibitions by modern and international artists near the city centre.
Museum of Earth sciences with dinosaur skeletons, fossils, and minerals. Compact, family-friendly, and useful for a rainy day.
Riverside green linking college backs and open meadows. Ideal for walking, punting views, and classic Cambridge photographs.
Lively square and shopping area with the market, historic streets, and buskers. A practical starting point for exploring the old centre.
Historic lane of colleges, chapels, and gateways. A rewarding walk for architecture, student atmosphere, and easy access to central sights.
A Cambridge creation: a rich dessert of vanilla ice cream, raspberry sauce, whipped cream and meringue, long associated with Cambridge college dining.
A traditional Cambridgeshire farm dish of braised beef or mutton with onions and root vegetables, reflecting the county’s rural cooking heritage.
An old East Anglian fruit preserve made from windfall apples slowly cooked to a dark, tangy spread, once common in Cambridgeshire households.
Refined British tasting menus in an elegant, intimate setting just outside the city centre.
Long-running riverside restaurant known for modern European cooking and views over the Cam in a smart but relaxed room.
Popular city-centre pub serving cask ales and hearty British food in a lively, historic atmosphere.
Cambridge is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels and dining are above average, but walking and buses help keep transport costs manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
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The most popular day trips by train from Cambridge are London, Ely, Norwich, Peterborough and Bury Saint Edmunds. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Cambridge on Omio.

London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 46m.

Ely is a small Cambridgeshire cathedral city known for Ely Cathedral and its setting above the fens. The compact centre and riverside on the Great Ouse give it a calm historic character.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 11m.

Norwich is known for its Norman cathedral, medieval lanes and strong independent character. Its historic market, literary links and mix of old churches and creative spaces give it a lively but relaxed feel.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 3m.

Peterborough is known for its magnificent Norman cathedral, Roman heritage and broad modern city centre. It balances historic character with a practical, multicultural feel, while Ferry Meadows and the nearby Fens bring welcome open space.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 43m.

Bury Saint Edmunds is a historic Suffolk market town known for its abbey ruins, cathedral and Georgian centre. It has a compact feel, with Abbey Gardens, independent shops and a long brewing heritage giving it character.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 37m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath 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.

Most Bath to Cambridge trains use the Bath Spa to Cambridge South station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge. Use this guide to compare Bath and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
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