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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Glastonbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cambridge to Glastonbury run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 228 km distance in 5h 4m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 228 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 19:33 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Cambridge to Glastonbury trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Cambridge and Glastonbury from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 32m
Cheapest Price
£47
Great Western Rail frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Cambridge to Glastonbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Glastonbury 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 Glastonbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
For a fulfilling experience in Glastonbury, plan for 2 to 3 days to explore the iconic Glastonbury Tor, Abbey, and local attractions comfortably.
The train journey from Cambridge to Glastonbury offers stretches of picturesque countryside, with views of rolling hills and charming rural landscapes, particularly as you travel through Somerset.
In Glastonbury, you can explore vibrant local shops and markets for unique crafts and souvenirs, attend spirituality and well-being workshops or retreats, and enjoy guided tours of the town's historical sites and legends. Participate in local music or arts events and visit the Glastonbury Goddess Temple, dedicated to the Goddess tradition. Must-see sights include Glastonbury Tor, with its panoramic views, the historic Glastonbury Abbey, Chalice Well with its legendary healing waters, the spiritual White Spring, and the Somerset Rural Life Museum showcasing local history and culture.
The cost of a train ticket from Cambridge to Glastonbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £52.
A day trip from Cambridge to Glastonbury is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 4m. There are 15 trains per day covering a distance of 228 km.
The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Glastonbury is by train, costing approximately £52.
Booking trains from Cambridge to Glastonbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Cambridge to Glastonbury is 228 km.
The train journey from Cambridge to Glastonbury covers a distance of 228 km and takes approximately 5h 4m. Trains run 15 per day.
The last train from Cambridge to Glastonbury departs at 19:33.
The train station in Cambridge that goes to Glastonbury is Cambridge station (CBG), and it arrives at Bridgwater station (BWT).
There is no night train service from Cambridge to Glastonbury.
The first train from Cambridge to Glastonbury leaves at 6:03.
Trains from Cambridge to Glastonbury run approximately 15 times per day.
To travel from Cambridge to Glastonbury, you can take a train.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cambridge to Glastonbury.
Yes, you can take the train from Cambridge to Glastonbury.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cambridge to Glastonbury.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Glastonbury
Cambridge
Glastonbury
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cambridge
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
Public transport options for Cambridge North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
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