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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 19 trains that leave Cambridge station (CBG) for London Gatwick Airport every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.
W454309:211h53Cambridge station (CBG)11:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£211One-way0 changes- W454898:511h53Cambridge station (CBG)10:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£501One-way0 changes
- W454088:211h53Cambridge station (CBG)10:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£501One-way0 changes
- W453917:511h53Cambridge station (CBG)9:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£501One-way0 changes
- W454017:211h53Cambridge station (CBG)9:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£501One-way0 changes
- W454898:511h53Cambridge station (CBG)10:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£501One-way0 changes
- W454088:211h53Cambridge station (CBG)10:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£501One-way0 changes
- W454309:211h53Cambridge station (CBG)11:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£211One-way0 changes
- W453917:511h53Cambridge station (CBG)9:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£501One-way0 changes
- W454017:211h53Cambridge station (CBG)9:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£501One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 117 km
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Live departures
Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W32884 · W45545+ C18636 | Delayed 9:19 9:24Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h10 | 11:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W32885 · X90948+C10175 | Delayed 9:47 9:56Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h08 | 12:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 25 August | |||||
| W32898 · W45537+X90996 | 4:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h13 | 7:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W45412 | 5:21 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h53 | 7:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32917 · W45532+C10180 | 5:24 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h10 | 7:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W45468 | 5:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h53 | 7:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32911+ G26153+C82672 | 5:55 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h13 | 8:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W45427 | 6:21 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h53 | 8:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82674+W32881+G26158 | 6:25 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h13 | 8:38 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G28268 | 6:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h53 | 8:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32903+G26160+C82676 | 6:55 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h13 | 9:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W45401 | 7:21 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h53 | 9:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32880+G26165+C82678 | 7:25 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h13 | 9:38 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W45391 | 7:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h53 | 9:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32876+C82681+G26168 | 7:55 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h13 | 10:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W45408 | 8:21 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h53 | 10:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32889+G26174+C82687 | 8:25 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h13 | 10:38 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W45489 | 8:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h53 | 10:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32916 · W45525+C10174 | 8:54 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h10 | 11:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W45430 | 9:21 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h53 | 11:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32884 · W45545+C18636 | 9:24 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h10 | 11:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 20:56. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 4:21 |
Last train 20:56 |
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Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern, Greater Anglia from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Great Northern, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Cambridge station (CBG) and London Gatwick Airport from £7. 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 station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge station (CBG) and London Gatwick Airport
Most Cambridge station (CBG) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Cambridge to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge station (CBG) and London Gatwick Airport 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.
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