Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train

Thu, 16 Jan
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Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for 16 Jan

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
ThameslinkW23294
09:022h12
Cambridge North (CMB)
11:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£251One-way
1 change
Cheapest
ThameslinkW26138
08:521h52
Cambridge station (CBG)
10:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£251One-way
0 changes
ThameslinkW23513
08:262h12
Cambridge station (CBG)
10:38Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£531One-way
2 changes
ThameslinkW26133
08:231h51
Cambridge station (CBG)
10:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£531One-way
0 changes
ThameslinkW23516
08:552h13
Cambridge station (CBG)
11:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£531One-way
2 changes

Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 16 January
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Thameslink
W26133
ThameslinkW26133
08:23 Cambridge station (CBG)1h51 10:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 changesDirect
Thameslink
W23513
Great NorthernW23513
08:26 Cambridge station (CBG)2h12 10:38 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Thameslink
W26138
ThameslinkW26138
08:52 Cambridge station (CBG)1h52 10:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 changesDirect
Thameslink
W23516
Great NorthernW23516
08:55 Cambridge station (CBG)2h13 11:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Thameslink
W23294
Great NorthernW23294
09:02 Cambridge North (CMB)2h12 11:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change

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Train times from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for 16 Jan

Fastest Journey

1 h 51 m

Average

2 h 4 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

117 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Cambridge for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
ThameslinkW26133
08:231h51
Cambridge station (CBG)
10:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£531One-way
0 changes
ThameslinkW26138
08:521h52
Cambridge station (CBG)
10:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£251One-way
0 changes
ThameslinkW23513
08:262h12
Cambridge station (CBG)
10:38Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£531One-way
2 changes
ThameslinkW23294
09:022h12
Cambridge North (CMB)
11:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£251One-way
1 change
ThameslinkW23516
08:552h13
Cambridge station (CBG)
11:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£531One-way
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Trains from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
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
117 km
Average train duration
2h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
4
Train providers
5
Fastest train
1h 51m
First train
03:53
Last train
21:14
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 providers: Thameslink, Great Northern and Abellio Greater Anglia trains Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

You can travel by train between Cambridge and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with Thameslink, Great Northern and Abellio Greater Anglia for as low as £15. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

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.

Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train information with Thameslink:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 50 min
  • Cheapest Price: £15
  • Thameslink frequency: 16 a day

FAQs: Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 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 to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is £27; 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 to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train time is 1 h 51 min   covering the 73 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 03: 53. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 21: 14.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without having to change trains with Thameslink. There are 4 direct trains from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), you can count on Thameslink, Great Northern or Abellio Greater Anglia for the best way to get you to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Cambridge and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 14.
A day trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Cambridge is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 51 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train is September.
You have options as you can travel to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Cambridge 2 different ways: train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Cambridge
London
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Mermaid
  • Thoroughbreads
  • Banana Leaf Sweet & Savoury
  • Costa
Accessibility
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
WC
  • Toilets Location: Station foyer
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Lovell Lodge Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
Public transport options for Cambridge North
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bay
Dining
Dining
  • Chicken Rush
  • Taj Tandoori
  • Prana
  • Fish n Chick n
Accessibility
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
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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Crystal Hotel
  • Fenners Hotel
  • Tenison Towers
  • Railway Lodge
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
Public transport options for Cambridge
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station

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