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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£189
Average price
£189
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
302 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) will cost around £189 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £189.
Fast trains
To travel from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) you need to make at least 2 changes.
05:524h16
Exeter Central (EXC)10:08Cambridge station (CBG)
£1891One-way
2 changes
09:163h52
Exeter Central (EXC)13:08Cambridge station (CBG)
£1891One-way
2 changes
10:153h53
Exeter Central (EXC)14:08Cambridge station (CBG)
£1891One-way
2 changes
11:153h53
Exeter Central (EXC)15:08Cambridge station (CBG)
£1891One-way
2 changes
13:424h26
Exeter Central (EXC)18:08Cambridge station (CBG)
£1891One-way
2 changes
06:523h49
Exeter Central (EXC)10:41Cambridge station (CBG)
£2171One-way
3 changes
07:523h49
Exeter Central (EXC)11:41Cambridge station (CBG)
£2261One-way
4 changes
09:163h52
Exeter Central (EXC)13:08Cambridge station (CBG)
£1891One-way
2 changes
19:173h52
Exeter Central (EXC)23:09Cambridge station (CBG)
£1891One-way
2 changes
10:153h53
Exeter Central (EXC)14:08Cambridge station (CBG)
£1891One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £67. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £67, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 302 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£91 Average Price | £79 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 302 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 06:27 |
Last train 10:31 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter Central (EXC) and Cambridge station (CBG) from £63. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 37m
Cheapest Price
£73
Great Western Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 49m
Cheapest Price
£189
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG).
Booking trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) is 302 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £63, while the average price tends to be around £91.
The train journey from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) covers a distance of 302 km and takes approximately 4h 29m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) is by train, costing approximately £63.
The first train from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) leaves at 6:27.
The last train from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) departs at 10:31.
Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG) run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG).
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG).
To travel from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG), you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Exeter Central (EXC) to Cambridge station (CBG).
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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter Central (EXC) and Cambridge station (CBG)
Exeter
Cambridge
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Exeter Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter Central for your trip from Exeter to Cambridge.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
The major train station for arrivals in Cambridge is Cambridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cambridge for your journey to Cambridge from Exeter.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cambridge
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
Most popular train connections from Exeter Central (EXC)
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Most popular train connections to Cambridge station (CBG)
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