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The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry to Cambridge

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Nov
Cheapest price on 04 Nov
£48
Average ticket price on 04 Nov
£75
Fastest journey on 04 Nov
2 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 04 Nov
2 h 29 m
Trains on 04 Nov
60
Distance
113 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Coventry to Cambridge will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.

Fast trains

To travel from Coventry to Cambridge you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • CrossCountryG00858 · G00814
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG00866 · G00821
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG00861 · G00818
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG00875 · G00824
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG00901 · G00839
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Coventry to Cambridge

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Trains from Coventry to Cambridge run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 1h 46m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
113 km
Average train duration
2h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 46m
First train
4:51
Last train
22:18
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

Frequently asked questions about your Coventry to Cambridge trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Coventry to Cambridge.

The cost of a train ticket from Coventry to Cambridge can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £87.
The train journey from Coventry to Cambridge covers a distance of 113 km and takes approximately 1h 46m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Coventry to Cambridge is 113 km.
The first train from Coventry to Cambridge leaves at 4:51.
The last train from Coventry to Cambridge departs at 22:18.
Trains from Coventry to Cambridge run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Coventry to Cambridge.

Live departures

Coventry to Cambridge train times

The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Cambridge trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Avanti West CoastW33950+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernC933568:10 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
10:39 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34115+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG270068:40 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
11:09 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34284+TubeTube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ThameslinkW454798:45 Coventry station (COV)
2h50
11:35 Cambridge South2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW11279+CrossCountryG008068:56 Coventry station (COV)
3h06
12:02 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33891+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernC933669:10 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
11:39 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34207+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG270079:40 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
12:09 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33942+TubeTube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ThameslinkW454939:45 Coventry station (COV)
2h50
12:35 Cambridge South2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW11287+CrossCountryG008089:56 Coventry station (COV)
3h07
13:03 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33940+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernC9337610:10 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
12:39 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34271+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7699810:40 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
13:09 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34041+TubeTube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ThameslinkW4546710:45 Coventry station (COV)
2h50
13:35 Cambridge South2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW11297+CrossCountryG0081210:56 Coventry station (COV)
3h07
14:03 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34130+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG2700811:10 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
13:39 Cambridge South2 changes
CrossCountryG00858 · G0081411:30 Coventry station (COV)
3h33
15:03 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34265+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7700811:40 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
14:09 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34233+TubeTube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ThameslinkW4547411:45 Coventry station (COV)
2h50
14:35 Cambridge South2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW11308+CrossCountryG0081411:56 Coventry station (COV)
3h07
15:03 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33974+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7701412:10 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
14:39 Cambridge South2 changes
CrossCountryG00861 · G0081812:30 Coventry station (COV)
3h33
16:03 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33903+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7701812:40 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
15:09 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33910+TubeTube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ThameslinkW4547612:45 Coventry station (COV)
2h50
15:35 Cambridge South2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW11314+CrossCountryG0081812:56 Coventry station (COV)
3h07
16:03 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33937+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7702413:10 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
15:39 Cambridge South2 changes
CrossCountryG00866 · G0082113:30 Coventry station (COV)
3h39
17:09 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33933+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7702813:40 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
16:09 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33922+TubeTube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ThameslinkW4539313:45 Coventry station (COV)
2h50
16:35 Cambridge South2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW11320+CrossCountryG0082113:56 Coventry station (COV)
3h13
17:09 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33959+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7703414:10 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
16:39 Cambridge South2 changes
CrossCountryG00875 · G0082414:30 Coventry station (COV)
3h42
18:12 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastC01362+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7703914:40 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
17:09 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33972+TubeTube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ThameslinkW4547014:45 Coventry station (COV)
2h50
17:35 Cambridge South2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW11326+CrossCountryG0082414:56 Coventry station (COV)
3h16
18:12 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34145+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG2701015:10 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
17:39 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34145+TubeTube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ThameslinkW32930+Great NorthernC8267115:10 Coventry station (COV)
2h49
17:59 Cambridge South3 changes
Avanti West CoastW34060+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7705115:40 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
18:09 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34236+TubeTube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ThameslinkW4546415:45 Coventry station (COV)
2h50
18:35 Cambridge South2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW11333+CrossCountryG0082615:56 Coventry station (COV)
3h08
19:04 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34051+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7705816:10 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
18:39 Cambridge South2 changes
CrossCountryG00887 · G0083016:30 Coventry station (COV)
3h42
20:12 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34160+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7706416:40 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
19:09 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34244+TubeTube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ThameslinkW4539016:45 Coventry station (COV)
2h50
19:35 Cambridge South2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW11338+CrossCountryG0082816:56 Coventry station (COV)
2h55
19:51 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34194+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7707117:10 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
19:39 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34124+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7707617:40 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
20:09 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33901+TubeTube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ThameslinkW4538817:45 Coventry station (COV)
2h50
20:35 Cambridge South2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW11345+CrossCountryG0083317:56 Coventry station (COV)
3h07
21:03 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34088+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7708218:10 Coventry station (COV)
2h29
20:39 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastC01365+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7708618:40 Coventry station (COV)
2h33
21:13 Cambridge South2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34152+TubeTube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+ThameslinkW4547518:45 Coventry station (COV)
2h50
21:35 Cambridge South2 changes
West Midlands TrainsW11350+CrossCountryG0083718:56 Coventry station (COV)
3h07
22:03 Cambridge station (CBG)1 change

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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Chiltern Railways from Coventry to Cambridge trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Coventry and Cambridge from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£47
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£17
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
2h 57m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£62
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Greater Anglia Duration
2h 29m
Cheapest Greater Anglia Price
£61
Greater Anglia frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom. Check the different ticket types for your next journey: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Chiltern Railways Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Chiltern Railways Price
£74
Chiltern Railways frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Northern Duration
2h 29m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£61
Great Northern frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£74
Thameslink frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Coventry and Cambridge

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Coventry to Cambridge.
There is no night train service from Coventry to Cambridge.

Complete guide to Cambridge

Things to do in Cambridge

Discover the best of Cambridge — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cambridge trip today.

  • Must visit

The Fitzwilliam Museum

Major university museum with classical sculptures, paintings, antiquities, and decorative arts. Strong choice for a broad first visit.

  • Recommended

Kettle's Yard

Contemporary art gallery in a former chapel, showing changing exhibitions by modern and international artists near the city centre.

  • Recommended

Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences

Museum of Earth sciences with dinosaur skeletons, fossils, and minerals. Compact, family-friendly, and useful for a rainy day.

Pound sterling (£)

Cambridge is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels and dining are above average, but walking and buses help keep transport costs manageable.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for fine dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips.

Plan your visit to Cambridge

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Cambridge.

The train journey from Coventry to Cambridge is not particularly known for being scenic, as it primarily traverses urban and suburban areas, though there are occasional glimpses of the English countryside.

Train from Coventry to Cambridge: Journey Details

The train from Coventry to Cambridge takes roughly three hours, with three to four departures every hour. The first train leaves at just before 6:00 a.m., with the last departure at around 9:30 p.m. The journey, on trains operated by London Midland, Virgin and CrossCountry, involves connections at either London or Nuneaton. There are trains departing earlier and later with longer journey times and more connections. A reduced service operates on Sundays.

Taking the Train from Coventry

Coventry Station is centrally located near the Inner Ring Road from the city and surrounding areas, such as Kenilworth and Warwick. Stagecoach is one of the main route providers. There are always plenty of taxis available at the station and in the city, as Coventry is the home of the black cab.

Getting into Cambridge by Train

Cambridge is a beautiful university town, with green spaces in the city and countryside on the doorstep. The River Cam has wide grass banks with views to the Gothic architecture of the city's university buildings, such as King's College Chapel. It is possible to visit most of the old college buildings; King's College and Trinity College are particularly attractive. The Fitzwilliam Museum has a world-class collection of art and antiquities. Driving is discouraged in Cambridge City Centre, it is compact and easy to explore on foot. Cambridge Railway Station is 1.6 km South-East of the city centre. Frequent Citibuses, operated by Stagecoach, link the station to the centre and other local destinations, including Saffron Waldon, Cottenham and the Imperial War Museum at Duxford. There is a night bus service at weekends and a taxi rank outside the station.

FAQs: Coventry to Cambridge train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Coventry to Cambridge in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Coventry to Cambridge.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Cambridge

Most Coventry to Cambridge trains use the Coventry to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge South. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Coventry
Arrival train stations in Cambridge

Which Coventry station do trains to Cambridge leave from?

Trains from Coventry to Cambridge leave from Coventry. The station is 1 km from Coventry city centre at Coventry station, Station Square, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2GT.
CoventryCoventry station, Station Square, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2GTWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Coventry from Coventry city centre

Bus87 · 2m · £2 · every ~2 min

Coventry train station facilities and services

Coventry has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Coventry.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Coventry. ATMs are available at Coventry.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Coventry. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Coventry: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Coventry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.

CanleyCanley station, Canley Road, Canley, West Midlands, CV5 6BHParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Canley from Coventry city centre

Canley is 2 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainNorthampton - Birmingham New Street, London Euston - Birmingham New Street, Rugby - Birmingham New Street, Coventry - Birmingham New Street, London Euston - Walsall, Milton Keynes Central - Birmingham New Street · 2m · £1 · every ~4 min
Bus51, 188 · 17m · £2 · every ~5 min

Canley train station facilities and services

Canley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Canley.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Canley. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Canley: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Canley: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Canley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Train stations for Coventry to Cambridge

Check train stations information for Coventry and Cambridge, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Coventry that goes to Cambridge is Coventry, and it arrives at Cambridge.

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