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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
1 h 49 m
Trains on 29 Sept
12
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge 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 to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Tue 29 Sept, we found 12 trains from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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.
W4543113:251h49Cambridge South15:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£211One-way0 changes- W4539912:251h49Cambridge South14:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£211One-way0 changes
- W4549112:551h49Cambridge South14:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£211One-way0 changes
- W4548813:551h49Cambridge South15:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£211One-way0 changes
- W454309:251h49Cambridge South11:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£211One-way0 changes
- W4543113:251h49Cambridge South15:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£211One-way0 changes
- W4539912:251h49Cambridge South14:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£211One-way0 changes
- W4549112:551h49Cambridge South14:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£211One-way0 changes
- W4548813:551h49Cambridge South15:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£211One-way0 changes
- W454898:551h49Cambridge South10:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£501One-way0 changes
Live departures
Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Monday 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45410 | On time 15:25 Cambridge South | 1h49 | 17:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32893 · W45576+ C10178 | Delayed 15:17 15:28Cambridge South | 2h07 | 17:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W45480 | On time 15:54 Cambridge South | 1h50 | 17:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32907 · W45570+C22578 | Delayed 15:47 16:00Cambridge South | 2h05 | 18:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W45411 | On time 16:25 Cambridge South | 1h49 | 18:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32877 · W45562+C22585 | Delayed 16:17 16:28Cambridge South | 2h07 | 18:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 29 September | |||||
W32876+ G26168+C82681 | 7:59 Cambridge South | 2h09 | 10:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W45408 | 8:25 Cambridge South | 1h49 | 10:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32889+G26174+C82687 | 8:29 Cambridge South | 2h09 | 10:38 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W45489 | 8:55 Cambridge South | 1h49 | 10:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32916 · W45525+C10174 | 8:58 Cambridge South | 2h06 | 11:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W45430 | 9:25 Cambridge South | 1h49 | 11:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 16:55. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 3:55 |
Last train 16:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Southern from Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Southern trains will get you between Cambridge and London Gatwick Airport from £6. 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 London Gatwick Airport train
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popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and London Gatwick Airport
Most Cambridge to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Cambridge to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge 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.
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: 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.
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