Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

Scan to get our free app

Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.

App Store

4.9

42K ratings

Google Play

4.6

136K reviews

Cheap train tickets from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for 17 Sept

Cheapest

£47

Average

£47

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

17:072h07

Cambridge station (CBG)

19:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£471One-way

0 changes

13:231h51

Cambridge station (CBG)

15:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£471One-way

0 changes

15:142h00

Cambridge station (CBG)

17:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£471One-way

0 changes

15:231h51

Cambridge station (CBG)

17:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£481One-way

0 changes

12:442h05

Cambridge station (CBG)

14:49Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£481One-way

0 changes

Train timetableCambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 17 September

Thameslink

17:072h07

Cambridge station (CBG)

19:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

0 changes

Thameslink

15:231h51

Cambridge station (CBG)

17:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

0 changes

Thameslink

15:142h00

Cambridge station (CBG)

17:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

0 changes

Thameslink

13:231h51

Cambridge station (CBG)

15:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

0 changes

Great Northern

12:442h05

Cambridge station (CBG)

14:49Gatwick Airport (GTW)

0 changes

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by train or coach

Tue
17 Sept

Wed
18 Sept

Thu
19 Sept

Fri
20 Sept

Sat
21 Sept

Sun
22 Sept

Mon
23 Sept

Tue
24 Sept

Wed
25 Sept

Thu
26 Sept

Fri
27 Sept

Sat
28 Sept

Sun
29 Sept

Mon
30 Sept

Train times from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for 17 Sept

Fastest Journey

1 h 51 m

Average

1 h 55 m

Trains per day

Distance

117 km

Of the 10 trains that leave Cambridge station (CBG) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

15:231h51

Cambridge station (CBG)

17:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£481One-way

0 changes

13:231h51

Cambridge station (CBG)

15:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£471One-way

0 changes

11:531h51

Cambridge station (CBG)

13:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£481One-way

0 changes

12:531h51

Cambridge station (CBG)

14:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£481One-way

0 changes

14:231h51

Cambridge station (CBG)

16:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£481One-way

0 changes

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Overview: Train from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Distance	73 miles
Average train duration	1 h 50 min
Average train ticket price	£42 (€48)
Train frequency	25 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 19 direct trains a day
Train providers	Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia or Great Northern

Trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) cover the 73 miles long route taking on average 1 h 50 min with our travel partners like Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia or Great Northern. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as £21, but the average price of train tickets is £42.

Train providers: Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia and Great Northern trains Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Travel from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £21 with Omio’s train partners Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia and Great Northern! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Thameslink from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: £21
Thameslink frequency: 10 a day

Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.

Train information from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) with Abellio Greater Anglia:

Average Duration: 2 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: £31

Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Train information from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) with Great Northern:

Average Duration: 2 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: £33
Great Northern frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

Cheap train tickets from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is £42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train travel time is 1 h 50 min for the 73 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 04: 53. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 22: 53.

Yes, there are 19 direct trains a day from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) with Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the trip from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you can take a train with Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia or Great Northern. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from Cambridge station (CBG) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 53.

A day trip to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from Cambridge station (CBG) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Cambridge station (CBG) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by train is April.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cambridge station (CBG) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) including taking a train or coach.

Trains departing from Cambridge

Address

Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW

Phone

+44 8450507080

Distance from Cambridge to city center

1.4 miles (2.2 km)

How to get to this station?

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station

Amenities at station

Wifi

ATM

Shopping

Dining

Car Rentals

Hertz

Accessibility

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

Trains arriving to Gatwick Airport

Address

Gatwick Railway Station, Gatwick Airport, Crawley, RH6 0RD, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

Distance from Gatwick Airport to city center

29.3 miles (47.2 km)

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

How to get to this station?

Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
Onward travel information: Available from airport.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station

Nearest Airport

London Gatwick Airport
1 miles

How to get to nearest airport?

The airport can be reached from the station by public transit in 5 minutes via the inter-terminal shuttle.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

ATM

Located outside the station as well as on concourse.

Taxi

Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex

Lockers

Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06: 00 until 18: 00.

Dining

Costa Coffee | KFC | McDonald's

Car Rentals

Information Desk

Located inside the main terminal.

Accessibility

Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.