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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to St Andrews
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
7 h 56 m
Average duration
8 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
498 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to St Andrews is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to St Andrews will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cambridge for St Andrews every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 498 km distance in an average of 8 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 18 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 coach, train and flight for Cambridge to St Andrews
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to St Andrews among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 498 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£130 Average Price | £102 Average Price | £73 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 6m Average total duration 16h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to St Andrews
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Trains from Cambridge to St Andrews run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £43 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 16:59. The fastest train covers the 498 km distance in 6h 24m.
Distance 498 km |
Average train duration 6h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 24m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 16:59 |
FAQs: Cambridge to St Andrews train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to St Andrews 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 St Andrews, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and St Andrews
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- 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
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Information Desk- 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.
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