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Compare train and coach for Crawley to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crawley to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 123 km
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2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Crawley to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Crawley to Cambridge trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 9:46 Crawley | 1h53 | 11:39 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crawley to Cambridge
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Trains from Crawley to Cambridge run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 0:42 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Thameslink from Crawley to Cambridge trainsThameslink trains will get you between Crawley and Cambridge 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: Crawley to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Crawley and Cambridge
Most Crawley to Cambridge trains use the Gatwick Airport to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge North. Use this guide to compare Crawley and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Three Bridges from Crawley city centre
Three Bridges is 1 km from Crawley city centre. Public transport options include:
Three Bridges train station facilities and services
Three Bridges has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Three Bridges.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Three Bridges. ATMs are available at Three Bridges.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Three Bridges.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Three Bridges: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Three Bridges: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Three Bridges: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Crawley from Crawley city centre
Crawley train station facilities and services
Crawley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Crawley.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Crawley. ATMs are available at Crawley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Crawley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Crawley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Crawley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Crawley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Cambridge station do trains from Crawley arrive at?
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.
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