The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Fairbourne
Cheapest price
£170
Average price
£170
Fastest journey
6 h 33 m
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Fairbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Fairbourne will cost around £170 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £170.
To travel from Cambridge to Fairbourne you need to make at least 2 changes.










Live departures
Cambridge to Fairbourne train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Fairbourne trains for today, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:15 Cambridge | 6h33 | 11:48 Fairbourne | 2 changes | |
![]() | 06:57 Cambridge | 6h46 | 13:43 Fairbourne | 2 changes | |
![]() | 09:00 Cambridge | 6h44 | 15:44 Fairbourne | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:00 Cambridge | 6h47 | 17:47 Fairbourne | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:00 Cambridge | 6h51 | 19:51 Fairbourne | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Fairbourne
Trains from Cambridge to Fairbourne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £172 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 288 km distance in 6h 33m.
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £172 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 33m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 21:00 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Cambridge to Fairbourne trainsTransport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Cambridge and Fairbourne from £172. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge to Fairbourne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Fairbourne 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 Fairbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Fairbourne
- 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.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Access to the platform is via a short ramp with a moderate gradient.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stop alongside station entrance
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