4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Melbourn
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Melbourn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Melbourn will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 9 trains that leave Cambridge for Melbourn every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 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.
20:250h16Cambridge20:41Meldreth£101One-way0 changes- 21:210h16Cambridge21:37Meldreth£101One-way0 changes
- 21:560h17Cambridge22:13Meldreth£101One-way0 changes
- 22:210h17Cambridge22:38Meldreth£101One-way0 changes
- 23:310h16Cambridge23:47Meldreth£101One-way0 changes
- 20:250h16Cambridge20:41Meldreth£101One-way0 changes
- 21:210h16Cambridge21:37Meldreth£101One-way0 changes
- 23:310h16Cambridge23:47Meldreth£101One-way0 changes
- 21:560h17Cambridge22:13Meldreth£101One-way0 changes
- 22:210h17Cambridge22:38Meldreth£101One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Melbourn
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Trains from Cambridge to Melbourn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 17m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 0:36 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Great Northern, Thameslink from Cambridge to Melbourn trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink trains will get you between Cambridge and Melbourn 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 to Melbourn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Melbourn 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 Melbourn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Melbourn
Most Cambridge to Melbourn trains use the Cambridge to Meldreth station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and Melbourn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cambridge station do trains to Melbourn 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.
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