The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Slough
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Slough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Slough will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cambridge for Slough every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Slough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Slough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 91 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£49 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cambridge to Slough train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Slough trains for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G84466+ G23581 | On time 08:21 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h10 | 10:31 Slough station (SLO) | 1 change | |
G84466+ G24751+ P32946 | On time 08:21 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h02 | 10:23 Slough station (SLO) | 2 changes | |
G81520+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ G23684 | On time 08:25 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h21 | 10:46 Slough station (SLO) | 2 changes | |
G84471+ G24802+ P23131 | On time 08:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h02 | 10:53 Slough station (SLO) | 2 changes | |
G84471+ G23591 | On time 08:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h10 | 11:01 Slough station (SLO) | 1 change | |
W58610+ W59286+ L23952 | On time 08:54 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h22 | 11:16 Slough station (SLO) | 2 changes | |
| Friday 27 February | |||||
![]() | 05:23 Cambridge | 2h00 | 07:23 Slough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:09 Cambridge | 2h08 | 08:17 Slough | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Cambridge to Slough by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Northern or Abellio Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Cambridge to Slough.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Slough
Trains from Cambridge to Slough run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:12 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia from Cambridge to Slough trainsThameslink, Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Cambridge and Slough 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 Slough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Slough 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 Slough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Slough
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
- The Moon and Spoon
- The Red Lion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
- Moxy Slough
- Travelodge Slough
- Located in the main hall
- 36 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Great Western Railway services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
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