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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Maidenhead
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Maidenhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Maidenhead will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cambridge for Maidenhead every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
6:422h19Cambridge9:01Maidenhead£491One-way0 changes
- 6:422h19Cambridge9:01Maidenhead£491One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Maidenhead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cambridge to Maidenhead run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern, Greater Anglia from Cambridge to Maidenhead trainsThameslink, Great Northern, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Cambridge and Maidenhead from £48. 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 Maidenhead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Maidenhead 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 Maidenhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Maidenhead
Most Cambridge to Maidenhead trains use the Cambridge to Maidenhead station pair, with some services arriving at Furze Platt. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and Maidenhead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cambridge station do trains to Maidenhead leave from?
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.
Which Maidenhead station do trains from Cambridge arrive at?
Getting to Maidenhead from Maidenhead city centre
Maidenhead train station facilities and services
Maidenhead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidenhead.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Maidenhead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maidenhead.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidenhead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidenhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidenhead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, 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.
Getting to Furze Platt from Maidenhead city centre
Furze Platt is 1 km from Maidenhead city centre. Public transport options include:
Furze Platt train station facilities and services
Furze Platt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Furze Platt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Furze Platt.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Furze Platt: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Furze Platt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Furze Platt: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 - This station has step free access to the platform, this is via a short steep ramp. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available by contacting local taxi firms, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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